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Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
INFORMATION ABOUT NORGESTREL + ETHINYL ESTRADIOL
Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol Uses
Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol is used for contraception. It may also be used in the treatment of irregular periods.
How Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol works
Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Common side effects of Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Nausea, Headache, Breast pain, Irregular uterine bleeding
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
20 Sep 2021 | 09:13 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
  • Your doctor has prescribed Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol to help you prevent pregnancy.
  • It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
  • Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
  • Do not use Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest or have a history of blood clots.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Frequently asked questions for Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
If you miss your menstrual periods while taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol, you may be pregnant. Some women may miss periods or have light periods while taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol even if they are not pregnant. Contact your doctor if you think you are pregnant or have missed one or two periods. This may happen in case you are not taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol at the same time every day.
If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at the same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least next 7 days to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor, if this persists.
Yes, Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol can cause some unexpected bleeding or spotting, especially during the first three months. Do not stop taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol because of this. This bleeding or spotting decreases with time. You may have unexpected bleeding if you do not take the pills regularly. Consult your doctor if the spotting continues for more than seven days or if the bleeding is heavy.
If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take another dose as soon as you feel well enough.
You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol. Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary if these persist consult with your doctor.