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Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol
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Pronounced: (lev-o-nor-GES-trel) & (ETH-in-il-es-tra-DYE-ole)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Oral Contraceptive |
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Drug InformationThis medicine is used for patients who want to prevent pregnancy. This medicine does not protect against any sexually transmitted diseases.
Mechanism:
For this medication to be effective it should be taken regularly. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about when to start. There may be some variation from product to product.
More Info:
Oral contraceptives have been shown to result in possible depletion of Vitamins; B-2, B-6, B-12 and folic acid. These vitamins are collectively called the "stress vitamins" and may be recommended to be replaced using a vitamin supplement. Talk to your doctor for more information.
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Side EffectsSide effects that have been reported with this medicine include: water retention, breast tenderness, nausea, headache, blood clots
Precautions:
The risk of cardiovascular side effects increases in women over 35 who smoke cigarettes.
Preganant:
If you suspect that you may be pregnant, do not take this medicine. For nursing mothers, not all oral contraceptives are safe; talk with your physician regarding which one may be right for you.
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Dosage InformationTake this medicine as directed by your physician. This medicine is taken orally with water and can be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. To be effective, this medicine must be taken daily and continuously.
Missed Dosage:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember or double up on the next day. If you miss two doses, take 2 tablets as soon as you remember, or take two tablets on each of the next two days. Refer to package insert if more than 3 doses are missed.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Serious ill effects have not been reported following ingestion of large doses of oral contraceptives by young children. Overdosage may cause nausea and withdrawal bleeding in females. In case of overdosage, seek medical attention. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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