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Anticipated Shortage

ESTRADOT 25

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 ESTRADOT 25 in Canada?

A shortage of ESTRADOT 25 25MCG is expected: the manufacturer reported it to Health Canada as an anticipated shortage (last updated October 13, 2026), but it has not started yet.

Why is ESTRADOT 25 not available?

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

When will ESTRADOT 25 be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 20, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

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StatusAnticipated Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file1 product · 0 same form & route
Expected resolution~33 days remaining (estimate)
Affected strength25MCG
Report last updated2026-10-13
Checked by MedShort2026-10-17

Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient

These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.

Other Products

ESTRING

PFIZER CANADA ULC

2MG · DIN 02168898

Different strengthDifferent dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is already out of stock?

No — this shortage hasn't started yet. It's an early warning that supply may become tight, based on information from the manufacturer.

What should I do?

No action is needed yet. It's worth asking your pharmacist at your next refill whether they expect any disruption for this product.

Estimated Resolution

2026-11-20

~33 days remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

02245676

Strength

25MCG

Dosage Form

PATCH

Route

TRANSDERMAL

Active Ingredient

ESTRADIOL

Tier

Unrated

Last Updated

2026-10-13

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Past Reports for This Drug

ESTRADOT 25 has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.