Generic Ortho TriCyclen
Ortho TriCyclen 1 pack - 28 Tab $69
Ortho TriCyclen 3 pack - 84 Tab $108
Brand Ortho Tricyclen
Ortho TriCyclen 1 pack - 28 Tab $82
Ortho TriCyclen 3 pack - 84 Tab $174
Brand Ortho TriCyclen Lo (0.18 mg)
Ortho TriCyclen Lo - 1 month $98
Ortho TriCyclen Lo - 3 months $189 |
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Drug Uses
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. Ortho
Tri-Cyclen Lo is a lower dosage version which may be better tolerated by
some women.
How Taken
The pill should be taken every day at the same time. If you miss pills you
could get pregnant. This includes starting the pack late. The more pills
you miss, the more likely you are to get pregnant. Many women have spotting,
light bleeding or may feel sick to their stomach during the first few
months. If you feel sick to your stomach, do not stop taking the pill. The
problem will usually go away. If it doesn't go away, check with your health
care professional. Missing pills can also cause spotting or light bleeding,
even when you make up these missed pills. On the days you take 2 pills to
make up for missed pills, you could also feel a little sick to your stomach.
If you have vomiting or diarrhea or if you take
certain medicines, your pills may not work as well. Use a back-up method
(such as condoms or spermicides) until you check with your health care
professional. If you have trouble remembering to take the pill, talk to your
health care professional about how to make pill-taking easier or about using
another method of birth control.
Warnings/Precautions
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 pregnant, 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.
Missed Dose
If you miss one dose, take the dose as soon as you remember or take two pills
at the time of your next regularly scheduled dose. There is little likelihood
that ovulation will occur. You may, however, want to use a second method
of birth control such as a condom or a spermicidal cream, jelly, or foam
for at least 7 consecutive days following the missed tablet to ensure protection
from pregnancy. If you miss two tablets in a row, take the two missed tablets
as soon as you remember or with your next regularly scheduled dose (three
total). Or, you may take two tablets each for the next two regularly scheduled
doses (one missed tablet plus one regularly scheduled tablet for 2 days in
a row). Chances are much greater that you may ovulate so you must use another
form of birth control for at least 7 days following the missed tablets. It
is even better to use a second method of birth control until your next period.
If you miss three tablets in a row, throw away the package and start a new
package on the 7th day after the last day you took a pill. Use another method
of birth control until you have taken a pill for 7 days in a row. Your period
should occur during the 7 days without pills. If it doesn't, have a pregnancy
test before beginning a new package of pills.
Possible Side Effects
Side effects 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.
Overdose
Serious ill effects have not been reported following acute ingestion of large
doses of oral contraceptives by young children. Over dosage may cause nausea
and withdrawal bleeding may occur in females.
Disclaimer
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that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions,
precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general
information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be
construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient.
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