| What is Ortho Tricyclen?
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Ortho Tricyclen is a highly effective means of preventing pregnancy. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Ortho Tricyclen?
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Ortho Tricyclen side effects may include abdominal cramps, acne, appetite changes, bladder infection, bleeding in spots during a menstrual period, bloating, blood clots, breast tenderness or enlargement, cancer of the reproductive organs, cataracts, chest pain, contact lens discomfort, decreased flow of milk when given immediately after birth, depression, difficulty breathing, dizziness, fluid retention, gallbladder disease, growth of face, back, chest, or stomach hair, hair loss, headache, heart attack, high blood pressure, inflammation of the large intestine, kidney trouble, lack of menstrual periods, liver tumors, lumps in the breast, menstrual pattern changes, migraine, muscle, joint, or leg pain, nausea, nervousness,
pancreatitis, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), secretion of milk, severe allergic reactions, sex drive changes, skin infection, skin rash or discoloration, stomach cramps, stroke, swelling, temporary infertility, unexplained bleeding in the vagina, vaginal inflammation or discharge, vaginal infections (and/or burning and itching), visual disturbances and loss of vision, vomiting, weight gain or loss, worsening of lupus, worsening of twitches or tics, worsening of varicose veins,
and yellow skin or whites of eyes.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. |
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| How is Ortho Tricyclen taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Ortho Tricyclen provided by your doctor. Ortho Tricyclen
should be taken daily, no more than 24 hours apart, for the duration of the prescribed cycle of 21 or 28 days. Start the cycle according to package directions. Ideally, you should take your pill at the same time every day to reduce the chance of forgetting a
dose. With progestin-only contraceptives, taking the pill at the same time each day is essential.
If you neglect to take only one pill, take it as soon as you remember, take the next pill at your regular time, and continue taking
the rest of the medication cycle. The risk of pregnancy is small if you miss only one combination pill per cycle. If you miss more than one tablet, check your product's patient information for instructions. Missing a single progestin-only tablet increases the chance of pregnancy. Consult your doctor immediately if you miss a single dose or if you take it 3 or more hours late, and use another method of birth control until your next period begins or pregnancy is ruled out. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Ortho Tricyclen with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Ortho Tricyclen. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Ortho Tricyclen with acetaminophen, amitriptyline, ampicillin, aspirin,
atorvastatin, barbiturates, carbamazepine, chloramphenicol, clofibrate,
clomipramine, cyclosporine, diazepam, doxepin, fluconazole, glipizide,
griseofulvin, HIV protease inhibitor drugs, imipramine, lorazepam,
metoprolol, modafinil, morphine, oxazepam, penicillin, phenylbutazone,
phenytoin, prednisolone, prednisone, primidone, propranolol, rifabutin,
rifampin, st. john's wort, sulfonamides, temazepam, tetracycline,
theophylline, topiramate, troleandomycin, vitamin C, or warfarin. |
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| How should I store Ortho Tricyclen?
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Store Ortho Tricyclen at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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