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ATC G03AA09 · Sex Hormones and Modulators of the Genital System
Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol shortage
As of 31 Oct 2026, Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol has a reported shortage in 1 of the 5 countries we track (Belgium), covering 2 products.
Countries1/5
Products2packs or presentations
Short since31 Mar 20233.6 years ago
Earliest return31 Dec 2026company estimate
No return date0products
Main reasonOther
Timeline
Belgium
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Affected products
| Country | Product | Holder | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE | Lumivela Continu 30 0.15 mg - 0.03 mg film-coat. tabl. 6 x 28 (21 + 7) | Exeltis Germany | 31 Mar 2023 | 31 Dec 2026 | Other Other reason |
| BE | Desorelle 30 150 µg - 30 µg film-coat. tabl. 6 x 21 | Gedeon Richter | 13 Oct 2026 | 30 Apr 2027 | Manufacturing problem Delay in production |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.