Review the side-effects of Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and bloating and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary - Breast tenderness, enlargement, milk secretion, vaginal infection, vaginal bleeding, spotting, irregular periods, absence of menstrual period, changes in sexual activities and impaired kidney function.
Central Nervous System - Mental depression, stroke, migraine, dizziness, headache and nervousness.
Blood - Blood clot events and bruising.
Heart - High blood pressure, blood clot in blood vessels and blood clot in lungs.
Miscellaneous - Fluid retention, rash, hair loss, cataracts and liver swelling.
Ortho-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and bloating and loss of appetite.
Genitourinary - Breast tenderness, enlargement, milk secretion, vaginal infection, vaginal bleeding, spotting, irregular periods, absence of menstrual period, changes in sexual activities and impaired kidney function.
Central Nervous System - Mental depression, stroke, migraine, dizziness, headache and nervousness.
Blood - Blood clot events and bruising.
Heart - High blood pressure, blood clot in blood vessels and blood clot in lungs.
Miscellaneous - Fluid retention, rash, hair loss, cataracts and liver swelling.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol
Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol(Ortho-Cyclen) generic is estrogen and progestin combination, prescribed for preventing pregnancy. It is also used for irregular periods, and symptoms of menopause. It helps to maintain two female sex hormone levels.Trade Names for Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol
International :
Ortho-Cyclen, Tri-Sprintec
