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Health Canada is warning the public to the public after one seasonal birth control pill has been recalled nationwide due to packaging errors that have two pills missing. This is a flaw that can increase the risk of unintended pregnancy.
The health agency issued a recall Friday, urging people to stop birth control, skip doses if they lack pills, and get a replacement or replacement as soon as possible.
“If you are unable to reach the pharmacy immediately, please contact your pharmacist to take the following pills in the appropriate order, as stated on the packaging, until you can get a replacement or replacement,” Health Canada said.
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Teva Canada Ltd., a manufacturer of seasonal contraceptives, recalled the product after receiving a complaint that two tablets were missing in the package.
The expiration date is May 2026.
Seasonique is offered in an expanded cycle pack designed to last 13 weeks (91 days). Each dispenser contains 84 blue-green pills (containing 0.15 mg lebonolgestrel and 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol), followed by seven yellow pills (containing 0.01 mg ethinyl estradiol). Seasonal people usually have four periods of time a year, with bleeding expected at the yellow pill stage.
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In this case, the complaint contained two turquoise pills.
Unless your doctor tells you in a different way, pills should be taken daily in the correct order. Health Canada can skip or miss pills, particularly active ones, which can increase the risk of pregnancy, and can also lead to spots and irregular bleeding.
The health agency added that it continues to monitor Teva's recalls and investigations, including measures taken by the company to prevent similar issues in the future. Agents will share new health risks with the public if they appear.
If you have any questions or concerns about birth control, talk to your healthcare provider. You can also contact Teva Canada Ltd. at 1-800-268-4127 or email druginfo@tevacanada.com.
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