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One lot of expired Alesse 21 birth control recalled by Shoppers Drug Mart

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Quick summary: One lot of expired Alesse 21 birth control recalled by Shoppers Drug Mart .

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Quick summary: One lot of expired Alesse 21 birth control recalled by Shoppers Drug Mart .

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Health Canada is advising consumers that Shoppers Drug Mart is recalling one lot of Alesse 21, an oral contraceptive that was provided to consumers in Western Canada after the expiry date (September 2014). Efforts have been made by pharmacies to contact affected patients. Consuming products beyond their expiry may lead to reduced effectiveness.

What you should do

  • Verify the lot number and expiry date of all your medications.
  • Return unused affected product to your pharmacist for a replacement.
  • Speak to your healthcare practitioner if you have used any of the affected product and consider using a non-hormonal method of birth control (such as condoms, spermicidal foam or gel) until another oral contraceptive is obtained.
  • Report any adverse events to Health Canada.
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