Ortho Tri-cyclen - Oral Contraceptives Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ortho Tri-cyclen.
• 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).
• WARNING: Smoking cigarettes while using this medication increases your chance of having heart problems. Do not smoke while using this medication. The risk of heart problems increases with age especially in women greater than 35 years of age and with frequent smoking 15 cigarettes per day or greater.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Missed dose advice differs and depends on the brand used, and the number of doses missed.
• Refer to the product package information for advice on missed doses.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription drugs you are taking.
• Drugs that may decrease the effectiveness of the pill include.

Usage Instructions

• 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.

Ortho Tri-cyclen Miscellaneous 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.

Ortho Tri-cyclen 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.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause dizziness, headache, lightheadedness, stomach upset, bloating, or nausea.
• If these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Read Before Using Ortho Tri-cyclen (precautions)

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

Overdose

• 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.