Seasonique birth control recall in Canada: increased pregnancy risk
In plain language
This recall involves one lot of Seasonique birth control sold in Canada. It's being recalled because some packages may contain extra yellow pills, which could increase the risk of pregnancy. Do not stop taking the product, but follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Do not stop taking Seasonique.
- Check your package for extra yellow pills in Tray 1 and/or 2.
- If found, do not take the yellow pills from Tray 1 and/or 2.
- Return the affected product to your pharmacy for a replacement or alternative.
- If you took a yellow pill instead of a blue-green pill, use back-up contraception and consult a healthcare professional.
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Affected products
Seasonique (0.15 mg levonorgestrel, 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol, and 0.01 mg ethinyl estradiol)
Lot: 100069151
Date codes: 31-Jan-2027
Why this matters
Increased risk of pregnancy
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: 31-Jan-2027
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 100069151
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?
Increased risk of pregnancy
What should consumers do?
Do not stop taking Seasonique. Check your package for extra yellow pills in Tray 1 and/or 2. If found, do not take the yellow pills from Tray 1 and/or 2. Return the affected product to your pharmacy for a replacement or alternative. If you took a yellow pill instead of a blue-green pill, use back-up contraception and consult a healthcare professional.
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?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Increased risk of pregnancy
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on June 6, 2025.
Is the Seasonique brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Seasonique products are affected by this recall. This recall involves one lot of Seasonique birth control sold in Canada. It's being recalled because some packages may contain extra yellow pills, which could increase the risk of pregnancy. Do not stop taking the product, but follow the return steps in the official notice.