

prevent pregnancy. It may also be used to regulate the menstrual
cycle, treat symptoms of menopause, or treat other conditions as



DAY AT THE SAME TIME. If you miss pills you could get pregnant.
This includes starting the pack late. The more pills you miss, the more

THE FIRST 1-3 PACKS OF PILLS. If you feel sick to your stomach, do
not stop taking the pill. The problem will usually go away. If it doesn't

make up these missed pills. On the days you take 2 pills to make up
for missed pills, you could also feel a little sick to your stomach. IF

well. Use a back-up method
(such as condoms or spermicides) until you check with your health

pill-taking easier or about using another method of birth control. IF
YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNSURE ABOUT THE



risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure, or other
diseases of the heart and blood vessels. If you have vomiting or

Tri-Cyclen may decrease the effectiveness of Ortho Tri-Cyclen. To
prevent pregnancy, use an additional form of birth control until your

emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are
using Ortho Tri-Cyclen. If you wear contact lenses and you develop

doctor or pharmacist. Ortho Tri-Cyclen may cause dark skin patches
on your face. Exposure to the sun may make these patches darker. If

not prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Do
not use Ortho Tri-Cyclen if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you

you are using Ortho Tri-Cyclen, check with your doctor or pharmacist
to discuss the risks to your baby.


two pills at the time of your next regularly scheduled dose. There is
little likelihood that ovulation will occur. You may, however, want to

following the missed tablet to ensure protection from pregnancy.
If you miss two tablets in a row, take the two missed tablets as soon

scheduled doses (one missed tablet plus one regularly scheduled
tablet for 2 days in a row). Chances are much greater that you may

method of birth control until your next period.
If you miss three tablets in a row, throw away the package and start a

in a row. Your period should occur during the 7 days without pills. If it
doesn't, have a pregnancy test before beginning a new package of



bleeding between menstrual periods, breast tenderness, or weight
change. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.

period, dizziness or fainting, swelling of fingers or ankles, headache,
or difficulty wearing contact lenses. Contact your doctor immediately if

changes in vision, numbness of an arm or leg, or severe stomach
pain. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor,



and all medications out of the reach of children.


large doses of oral contraceptives by young children. Over dosage
may cause nausea and withdrawal bleeding may occur in females.


before prescribing oral contraceptives and will examine you. The
physical examination may be delayed to another time if you request it

year. Be sure to inform your health care professional if there is a
family history of any of the conditions listed previously in this leaflet.

effects of oral contraceptive use. Do not use the drug for any
condition other than the one for which it was prescribed. This drug



intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug
interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This

for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the
accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences

consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made
in regards to this information.
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