Ortho Micronor - Norethindrone - Oral Contraceptive Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ortho Micronor.
• Micronor, Nor-Q-D
• nor-ETH-in-drone

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause weight gain, depression, fatigue, acne, oily scalp, hair loss, decrease in breast size and may increase susceptibility to yeast infections.
• If these effects persist or become intolerable, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop any of the following effects while taking this medication.

Usage Instructions

• Take the first pill on day 1 of menstruation.
• Take it with food or immediately after a meal to prevent stomach upset.
• This medication should be taken daily at the same time each day.
• Use a supplemental form of birth control during the first two months of taking this medication since it takes a while to be effective.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and dizziness.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Use a back-up method of birth control for 2 days if you are more than 3 hours late taking this medicine.
• If you forget to take one dose, take the dose as soon as you remember, and take the next dose at your regular time.
• Use a back- up method of birth control until your next menstrual period.
• If you forget to take 2 doses, take 2 doses when you remember, and 2 the next day.
• Then use a back-up method of birth control until your next period.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice on a reliable back-up method of birth control as well as more missed dose details.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially.

Read Before Using Ortho Micronor (precautions)

• Before you take this medication, tell your doctor your entire medical history, including family medical history, especially of.

Ortho Micronor Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used as an oral contraceptive (birth control pill).
• This medication prevents pregnancy by changing the body's hormone balance.

Ortho Micronor Miscellaneous Notes

• To improve effectiveness, use another method of contraception at mid-cycle each month (4 days before and 4 days after ovulation).
• 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.
• An information sheet about this medication should be dispensed with each prescription.
• Read the information carefully.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist any questions you may have.
• Some women may have as few as two menstrual periods per year while taking this medication.
• If no period occurs within 45 days or more, you should get a pregnancy test.