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CLIMARA 50
BAYER INC
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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 CLIMARA 50 in Canada?
Yes. CLIMARA 50 50MCG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 22, 2026).
Why is CLIMARA 50 not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will CLIMARA 50 be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 15, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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What this means
Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?
It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.
What should I do?
If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.
DIN
02231509
Strength
50MCG
Dosage Form
PATCH
Route
TRANSDERMAL
Active Ingredient
ESTRADIOL
Tier
Unrated
Last Updated
2026-08-24
Reason for Shortage
Demand increase for the drug.
Past Reports for This Drug
CLIMARA 50 has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.
Other Products from BAYER INC
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
60MG · DIN 02155990
20MG · DIN 02237618
30MG · DIN 02155907
0.5MG · DIN 02412764
2MG · DIN 02412802
2.5MG · DIN 02412810
1MG · DIN 02412772
1.5MG · DIN 02412799
5MG · DIN 02243919
0.5MG · DIN 02247193
DIN 02309300
220MG · DIN 02436337