Teva Canada Ltd. Recalls Seasonique Birth Control Due To Pregnancy Risk
A packaging error in a popular extended-cycle birth control could affect how well it works. Here’s what parents and users need to know about the recall.
Teva Canada Ltd. has recalled one lot of Seasonique prescription birth control pills because some blister packs may contain an extra row of yellow pills, which could increase the risk of unintended pregnancy. No injuries or adverse events have been reported.
What’s being recalled?
- Product name: Seasonique (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets)
- Type: Prescription birth control
- Where it's sold: Pharmacies across Canada
- Recall date: June 6, 2025
Seasonique is a prescription oral contraceptive supplied in extended-cycle tablet dispensers, typically used to reduce the frequency of periods.
Seasonique birth control
Seasonique is an extended-cycle birth control pill that combines levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol. It is taken daily and is designed to provide pregnancy prevention with only four periods per year. Seasonique is usually found at pharmacies and is prescribed by healthcare providers.
What’s the risk?
Some packs may have an extra row of yellow pills containing only ethinyl estradiol, which can disrupt the intended dosing schedule. Taking the pills out of order or taking the wrong pill may reduce contraceptive effectiveness and increase the risk of unplanned pregnancy. Users may also experience spotting or irregular bleeding.
What should Seasonique users do?
Stop using the recalled Seasonique lot immediately. Check your blister packs for extra yellow pills in trays 1 or 2. Contact your pharmacy or healthcare provider for guidance and to arrange a replacement. Do not continue use until you have confirmed your pack is correct.
Key takeaways
- A packaging error may cause incorrect pill intake and raise the risk of unintended pregnancy
- Recalled product distributed to pharmacies across Canada
- No injuries or adverse events have been reported
Check the official recall notice
See the full notice: “One lot of Seasonique birth control recalled due to possible extra yellow pills (ethinyl estradiol only)” from Health Canada.
This article was crafted with assistance from an AI language model and reviewed by a human editor. The final version reflects this publication’s editorial standards and expertise.
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