# Major Recall Alert: Teva Canada Recalls Seasonique and Seasonale Birth Control Pills
Teva Canada Ltd. has issued a major recall for two lots of **Seasonique** and one lot of **Seasonale** prescription birth control pills. This precautionary measure follows a consumer complaint that a **Seasonique package was missing an entire blister card of pills**, which poses **serious risks of unwanted pregnancy**. Missing pills can disrupt the effectiveness of birth control, leading to potential health risks, including irregular bleeding and spotting.
If you use Seasonique or Seasonale, **check your package immediately**—especially for missing blister cards or pills. Do not skip doses or stop taking your medication without consulting a healthcare provider. Secure a **replacement pack** or discuss alternative contraceptive options with your prescriber.
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## Why This Recall is Important
This recall is critical because using birth control pills inconsistently—or missing doses entirely—**substantially raises the chances of unintended pregnancy.** Both Seasonique and Seasonale are designed to help users manage extended cycles, offering only four periods per year. Disruption in their scheduled usage can lead to irregular bleeding and compromise their efficacy.
Further, improper consumption of these medications could lead to confusion and stress among users, especially if doses are skipped unintentionally. Teva Canada emphasized that pills need to be taken **daily and in the correct order** to work as intended.
To maintain transparency and safety, **Health Canada is closely monitoring the situation** and the company’s corrective measures. Consumers are urged to stay vigilant and report any issues with these products.
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## Details of the Recall
Here are key facts about the recall:
- **Impacted Products**:
- **Seasonique** – Two affected lots.
- **Seasonale** – One affected lot.
- **Reason for the Recall**: A missing blister card was found in a Seasonique package.
- **Packaging Details**:
- **Seasonique**:
- Packaged in three trays, each containing blister cards.
- Active pills are **light blue-green** with additional yellow pills in the last tray for four annual periods.
- **Seasonale**:
- Packaged in three trays, with blister cards that include **pink active pills** and placebo white pills for four annual periods.
- **Health Canada Involvement**: Monitoring the investigation, recall, and any preventive actions.
> If your package is missing pills or blister cards, contact your healthcare provider immediately for guidance.
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## What You Should Do
If you currently use Seasonique or Seasonale birth control pills, here’s how you can protect yourself:
- **Inspect Your Package**:
- Check all trays and blister cards to verify no pills are missing.
- **Do Not Skip Doses**:
- If pills or blister cards are missing, continue taking your medication daily by obtaining a replacement or alternative prescription from your doctor.
- **Contact Your Healthcare Provider**:
- Inform them of any issues and discuss next steps.
- **Report the Issue**:
- Share your concerns with Teva Canada and Health Canada to help ensure swift resolution.
- **Stay Informed**:
- Keep an eye out for updates from Health Canada regarding this recall.
For full details about the recall, visit the official **Health Canada Recall Notice**: [Seasonique and Seasonale Recall](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/seasonique-and-seasonale-birth-control-pills-are-being-recalled-due-possibility).
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