Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo 28 day (Ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate)

Indication: Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) is used to prevent pregnancy. It can also be prescribed to treat acne. Storage: Store at room temperature. Keep away from moisture, heat, children, and pets. Product Information : General Information : Precaution: Before taking Avonex (Interferon Beta), inform your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant or breastfeeding; if you are taking prescription or over-the-counter medication, herbal preparation, or dietary supplements; if you have a history of blood clot, stroke, or circulation problems; if you have hormone-related cancer such as uterine or breast cancer; if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease or cancer, severe migraine headaches or a history of jaundice caused by birth control pills; if you have high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, heart disease, a history of heart attack, angina (chest pain); if you have high cholesterol or if you are overweight; if you have a history of depression, gallbladder disease, diabetes, seizures or epilepsy, a history of irregular menstrual cycles or a history of fibrocystic breast disease, lumps, nodules, or an abnormal mammogram. Warnings: When taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate), you will have an increased risk of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke, especially if you are a smoker or are older than 35 years old. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) does not prevent you from contracting or spreading sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Patient Family Information: Read the directions on the prescription label. Do not take larger doses than prescribed by your doctor. Take this medication as directed on the label or by your pharmacist, doctor, or other healthcare provider. When first using Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate), use backup contraception such as condoms or a spermicide. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) comes in a package containing 28 pills, seven of which are "reminder pills" to keep you on a regular pill-taking cycle over the course of 28 days (4 weeks). When you are taking reminder pills, your period usually starts. During the first 3 months of taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate), you may experience breakthrough bleeding. Inform your doctor if it is very heavy or it continues. Each pill is taken every day, less than 24 hours apart. If pills are missed regularly, you may get pregnant. When it is near the end of a pack, get your prescription refilled. If you need Contraindication: Do not take Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) if you are pregnant, have a history of stroke or blood clot, circulation problems, hormone-related cancer (Breast or uterine cancer); if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease, liver cancer, migraine headaches, or a history of jaundice caused by birth control pills. Sever Side Effects : Severe: Sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, balance, or speech; a change in the pattern or severity of migraine headaches; swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet; sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body; symptoms of d Common Side Effects : Common: Breast pain, swelling or tenderness; increased hair growth, loss of scalp hair, problems with contact lenses; changes in your menstrual periods; mild nausea, bloating, vomiting, stomach cramps; freckles or darkening of facial skin; headache, nerve Other Side Effects : Other: None. Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo 28 day | Ethinyl estradiol/norgestimate | Ortho Tri Cyclen Lo 28 day | Tri Cyclen Lo Birth Control