Seasonique, Seasonale birth control pills recalled due to possible missing blister card
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Health Canada says Teva Canada is recalling two batches of Seasonique and one batch of Seasonale prescription contraceptive pills as a precautionary measure after the company received a complaint that the entire blister card for the pills was missing from one package.
It was one seasonal package in particular that was affected.
“If a person misses taking these pills, it may increase the risk of unwanted pregnancy,” Health Canada warns. public consultation On Friday.
recall notice Specify the affected DIN, lot number and expiry dates.
Health Canada said if There is no blister card or any pills in your package, return it to your pharmacy for replacement or an alternative product.
If you cannot get to a pharmacy immediately, take the next pill in the proper order as directed on the packaging until you are able to contact your pharmacist.
If you have any concerns, Health Canada says to use another method of non-hormonal backup contraception, such as condoms.
Taking the pills in the proper order according to the product label is important to prevent pregnancy, the regulator said. Forgetting a pill can lead to unwanted pregnancy and other side effects including spotting and irregular bleeding.
