Marvelon 28 recall in Canada: Missing day-of-the-week stickers
In plain language
This recall involves certain lots of Marvelon 28 birth control pills sold in Canada. The packages are missing day-of-the-week stickers. These stickers help users remember to take their daily pill, and without them, there is an increased chance of missing a dose. The efficacy and safety of the pills are not affected.
What to do
- Continue to take your pills as prescribed.
- Keep track of your daily pill intake.
- Go to your pharmacy to request day-of-the-week stickers.
- Contact Merck Canada Inc. to request day-of-the-week stickers.
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Affected products
Marvelon 28 Birth control pills
Lot: N023314, N032638, R000269, R000270, R006559, R014281
Date codes: March 31, 2020, March 31, 2021, October 31, 2019
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: March 31, 2020, March 31, 2021, October 31, 2019
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: N023314, N032638, R000269, R000270, R006559, R014281
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
This recall involves certain lots of Marvelon 28 birth control pills sold in Canada. The packages are missing day-of-the-week stickers. These stickers help users remember to take their daily pill, and without them, there is an increased chance of missing a dose. The efficacy and safety of the pills are not affected.
What should consumers do?
Continue to take your pills as prescribed. Keep track of your daily pill intake. Go to your pharmacy to request day-of-the-week stickers. Contact Merck Canada Inc. to request day-of-the-week stickers.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
A potential safety risk has been identified with this product. Stop using it immediately and follow the instructions in the official recall notice.
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on September 11, 2018.
Is the Marvelon 28 brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Marvelon 28 products are affected by this recall. This recall involves certain lots of Marvelon 28 birth control pills sold in Canada. The packages are missing day-of-the-week stickers. These stickers help users remember to take their daily pill, and without them, there is an increased chance of missing a dose. The efficacy and safety of the pills are not affected.