

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



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

PILLS. If you feel sick to your stomach, do not stop taking the pill. The
problem will usually go away. If it doesn't go away, check with your

days you take 2 pills to make up for missed pills, you could also feel a
little sick to your stomach. IF YOU HAVE VOMITING OR DIARRHEA, or IF

(such as condoms or spermicides) until you check with your health care
professional IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE REMEMBERING TO TAKE THE PILL,

QUESTIONS OR ARE UNSURE ABOUT THE INFORMATION IN THIS
LEAFLET, call your health care professional.


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

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

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

Ortho Tri-Cyclen may cause dark skin patches on your face. Exposure to
the sun may make these patches darker. If patches develop, use a

sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Do not use Ortho Tri-Cyclen if you
are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your

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 use a

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

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

your next period.
If you miss three tablets in a row, throw away the package and start 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 pills.


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

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

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


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 and the

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

use. Do not use the drug for any condition other than the one for which it
was prescribed. This drug has been prescribed specifically for you; do



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

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

warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this
information.
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