Permanently Discontinued

ESME 28

MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS 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 ESME 28 discontinued in Canada?

Yes. The manufacturer has reported to Health Canada that ESME 28 20MCG 100MCG has been permanently discontinued (last updated July 4, 2018). It is not expected to come back, so talk to your pharmacist or doctor about an alternative.

Why is ESME 28 not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Business reasons.

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist

StatusPermanently Discontinued

Same-ingredient products on fileNone found

Affected strength20MCG 100MCG

Last updated2018-07-04

What this means

Does this mean I need to switch medications right away?

Not necessarily right away, but this product will not be returning to the market.

What should I do?

Talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your options well before your current supply runs out.

DIN

02388146

Strength

20MCG 100MCG

Dosage Form

TABLET

Route

ORAL

Active Ingredient

ETHINYL ESTRADIOL LEVONORGESTREL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2018-07-04

Reason for Shortage

Business reasons

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Other Products from MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC

Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.

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