Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol (Nuvaring, Haloette) shortage status
Widespread shortage
Source: Health Canada shortage reports · Updated Jul 13, 2026
Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol is in a widespread shortage in Canada. 2 of 2 reported products are affected. The latest manufacturer estimate for full recovery is Aug 7, 2026.
A combined hormonal contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy.
Products affected
2 / 2
In shortage since
Dec 1, 2025
Est. full return
Aug 7, 2026
Reports on file
13
Talk to a pharmacist
Pharmacists can substitute an unaffected manufacturer's version, adjust strengths, and in most provinces adapt or renew a prescription on the spot.
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Shortage history
Shortage history (red bands = periods in shortage).
Reports by product
The DIN is printed on your prescription label.
Active shortage
NUVARING
11.4MG
2.6MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · ORGANON CANADA INC.
DIN 02253186 · since Jul 10, 2026, est. end Aug 7, 2026 · Demand increase for the drug.
Active shortage
HALOETTE
11.7MG
2.7MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · SEARCHLIGHT PHARMA INC
DIN 02520028 · since Dec 1, 2025, est. end Jul 31, 2026 · Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
11.4MG
2.6MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · ORGANON CANADA INC.
DIN 02253186 · ended Mar 4, 2026 · Demand increase for the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · ORGANON CANADA INC.
DIN 02253186 · ended Jun 27, 2023 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Avoided
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Feb 4, 2020 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Dec 19, 2019 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Avoided
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Jan 15, 2019 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Jan 4, 2019 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Dec 19, 2018 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Nov 26, 2018 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Resolved
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Jul 13, 2018 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Avoided
NUVARING
2.6MG
11.4MG · RING (SLOW-RELEASE) · MERCK CANADA INC
DIN 02253186 · ended Mar 29, 2017 · Delay in shipping of the drug.
Showing 12 of 13 reports. All reports are on file with Health Canada.
What's happening
Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol is currently affected by 2 active shortage reports filed with Health Canada by ORGANON CANADA INC., SEARCHLIGHT PHARMA INC.
The reported causes are: demand increase for the drug; disruption of the manufacture of the drug. Manufacturers must report shortages, but end-date estimates are their own projections and often move.
If your usual product is affected, a pharmacist is the fastest route to a solution: they can dispense an unaffected manufacturer's equivalent when one exists, and in most provinces can adapt doses or substitute a therapeutic alternative without a new appointment.
Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol is classified under “CONTRACEPTIVES FOR TOPICAL USE” (ATC G02BB).
Recent changes
Jul 13, 2026
New report filed
Common questions
What is Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol used for?
A combined hormonal contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy.
When will Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol be back in stock in Canada?
The latest manufacturer estimate is Aug 7, 2026. Estimates are self-reported and often slip; this page updates automatically when they change.
Why is Etonogestrel Ethinyl Estradiol in shortage?
See the reports above; manufacturers must state a reason (most commonly manufacturing disruption or a surge in demand) when filing with Health Canada.
What can my pharmacist do about it?
Often quite a lot: substitute an equivalent product from an unaffected manufacturer, adjust quantities, or in most provinces adapt or renew prescriptions on the spot. Call your pharmacy before visiting, and call 811 for free health advice.
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Data reflects reports manufacturers are legally required to file with Health Canada, republished with per-drug aggregation by rxstat. Estimated end dates are supplied by manufacturers and frequently change. This page describes drug supply only and is not medical advice; never stop or switch a medication without speaking to your pharmacist or prescriber.