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Ongoing Shortage of Popular Birth Control Pills: Limited Supplies and Rising Prices

Ongoing Shortage of Popular Birth Control Pills: Limited Supplies and Rising Prices

For several months, the most widely used contraceptive pill has faced persistent shortages across pharmacies.

This involves the combination pill containing ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel. Patients typically receive a six-month supply, but now you're fortunate to find any stock—and even then, just one strip. Prices have also climbed due to the scarcity.

Attempts to sell individual strips on sites like Marktplaats have been shut down. No resolution timeline is available yet, leaving many users concerned.