Seasonale birth control recall in Canada: reduced effectiveness
In plain language
This recall involves two lots of Seasonale birth control sold in Canada. It's being recalled because some packages contain extra placebo pills, which could reduce effectiveness and lead to unintended pregnancy. Do not stop taking the product, but check your package and follow the return steps in the official notice.
What to do
- Do not stop taking Seasonale.
- Check your package for placebo pills in trays 1 or 2.
- If found, do not take them and return the product to your pharmacy for a replacement.
- If you cannot get to a pharmacy right away, take the next active (pink) pill as instructed.
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have questions or took a placebo pill incorrectly.
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Affected products
Seasonale (0.15 mg levonorgestrel and 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol)
Lot: 100059661, 100069150
Date codes: 30-Sep-2026, 31-Jan-2026
Why this matters
Reduced effectiveness leading to unintended 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: 30-Sep-2026, 31-Jan-2026
- 3
Check the lot number
Lot numbers identify specific production batches.
Affected lots: 100059661, 100069150
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?
Reduced effectiveness leading to unintended pregnancy
What should consumers do?
Do not stop taking Seasonale. Check your package for placebo pills in trays 1 or 2. If found, do not take them and return the product to your pharmacy for a replacement. If you cannot get to a pharmacy right away, take the next active (pink) pill as instructed. Consult a healthcare professional if you have questions or took a placebo pill incorrectly.
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. Reduced effectiveness leading to unintended pregnancy
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on June 4, 2025.
Is the Seasonale brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Seasonale products are affected by this recall. This recall involves two lots of Seasonale birth control sold in Canada. It's being recalled because some packages contain extra placebo pills, which could reduce effectiveness and lead to unintended pregnancy. Do not stop taking the product, but check your package and follow the return steps in the official notice.