Ortho
Tri-Cyclen is an estrogen and progestin combination used
to prevent pregnancy. It may also be used to regulate
the menstrual cycle, treat symptoms of menopause, or treat
other conditions as determined by your doctor.
COMMON
BRAND NAME(S): Brevicon, Demulen, Lo/Ovral, Loestrin,
Modicon, Nordette, Norinyl, Ortho-Novum, Ovcon, Ovral,
Tri-Phasil
Ortho
try cyclen Women Health Drug general information
Uses
This medication is used to prevent pregnancy or to regulate
your menstrual cycle. Certain brands of birth control
pills may be used for treating acne or as a "morning
after" pill for emergency contraception. Consult
your doctor or pharmacist. Use of this medication does
not protect you or your partner against sexually transmitted
diseases (e.g., HIV, gonorrhea).
How to UseOrtho try cyclen
Take this medication with food or immediately after a
meal to prevent stomach upset. Try to take this medication
at the same time each day. This may help you to remember
to take it. Learn proper use of your particular brand
of medication. Follow your dosing schedule carefully.
Be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions. Use a supplemental form of birth control during
the first week of taking this medication since it takes
a while to be effective. Follow your doctor's directions
exactly if this drug is being used as a "morning
after" pill.
Overdose of Ortho try cyclen If overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include nausea and vomiting. Females may
experience vaginal bleeding.
Missed Dose of Ortho try cyclen If you miss a dose, do not double the next dose.
Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing
schedule.
Storage condition of Ortho try cyclen
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Possible side effect of Ortho try cyclenDrug
Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include
nausea, vomiting, bleeding between menstrual periods,
breast tenderness, or weight change. If they continue
or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Check with
your doctor as soon as possible if you experience persistent
or recurrent abnormal vaginal bleeding, a missed menstrual
period, dizziness or fainting, swelling of fingers or
ankles, headache, or difficulty wearing contact lenses.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience sharp
or crushing chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, sudden
severe headache or leg pain, yellow skin or eyes, changes
in vision, numbness of an arm or leg, or severe stomach
pain. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Precautions for taking Ortho try cyclen Drug
Smoking cigarettes while using Ortho Tri-Cyclen may increase
your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood
pressure, or other diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
If you have vomiting or diarrhea for any reason, your
medicine may not work as well. Taking certain antibiotics
or anticonvulsants while you are using Ortho Tri-Cyclen
may decrease the effectiveness of Ortho Tri-Cyclen. To
prevent pregnancy, use an additional form of birth control
until your next period. If you have any questions, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. Before you have any
medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery,
tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Ortho Tri-Cyclen.
If you wear contact lenses and you develop problems with
them, contact your doctor. Before you begin taking any
new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. Ortho Tri-Cyclen
may cause dark skin patches on your face. Exposure to
the sun may make these patches darker. If patches develop,
use a sunscreen or protective clothing when exposed to
the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths. Use of Ortho Tri-Cyclen
will not prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases
(STDs). Do not use Ortho Tri-Cyclen if you are pregnant.
If you suspect that you could be pregannt, contact your
doctor immediately. Ortho Tri-Cyclen is excreted in breast
milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are
using Ortho Tri-Cyclen, check with your doctor or pharmacist
to discuss the risks to your baby.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription
drugs you are taking. Drugs that may decrease the effectiveness
of the pill include: griseofulvin, many antibiotics (e.g.,
penicillins, macrolides, tetracyclines, sulfas, cephalosporins),
chloramphenicol, many seizure medications (e.g., phenytoin,
barbiturates, primidone, carbamazepine), dapsone, rifamycins
(e.g., rifampin), modafinil, nevirapine, nelfinavir, ritonavir,
St John's wort, troglitazone. Ask your doctor if you should
use additional birth control methods while taking any
of the drugs mentioned above while taking birth control
pills. Also tell your doctor if you use: thyroid hormone
drugs, certain benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, chlordiazepoxide),
prednisone-like drugs, certain antidepressants (e.g.,
tricyclics), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol), "blood
thinners" (anticoagulants such as warfarin), insulin.
This product can affect the results of certain lab tests
(e.g., thyroid). Inform all laboratory personnel that
you use this drug. Birth control pills may significantly
intensify the effects of alcohol. Consult your doctor
or pharmacist about this. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Notes
Do not allow anyone else to take this medication. Keep
all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory.
You should have a complete physical examination, including
blood pressure measurements, breast and pelvic examinations,
and a PAP test (for vaginal cancer), at least once a year.
Follow your doctor's instructions for examining your own
breasts, and report any lumps immediately. A manufacturer's
fact sheet about this drug should be dispensed with each
prescription. Read the information carefully. Ask your
doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have.
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
Disclaimer
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medical advice. Be sure to contact your physician, pharmacist
or other health care provider for more information about
this medication.
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