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Active Shortage

BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK)

PFIZER CANADA ULC

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is there a shortage of BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) in Canada?

Yes. BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) .5MG .035MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated May 19, 2026).

Why is BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is March 19, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Expected resolution~4 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength.5MG .035MG
Report last updated2026-05-19
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

Estimated Resolution

2027-03-19

~4 months remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

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DIN

02187094

Strength

.5MG .035MG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

NORETHINDRONE ETHINYL ESTRADIOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-05-19

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

BREVICON 0.5/35 TABLETS (28-DAY PACK) has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.