BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) is an oral contraceptive drug that can effectively prevent the pregnancy than other modes of contraception. The correct and consistent use of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol), prevents the pregnancy and the success rate is 100%. Some of the other potential benefits of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) are decrease menstrual bleeding and related anaemia, regulates menstrual cycle, decrease incidence of ectopic pregnancy and ovarian cysts, prevents endometrial and cervical cancers and decrease the incidence of pelvic inflammatory diseases. BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) is safe for long term use.
Who should not take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) is contraindicated in the patients with any type of thromboembolism, hormone related breast cancer or familial history of breast cancer or cervical cancer, stroke, circulatory problems, diabetes, eye problems, hypertension, liver or kidney diseases, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding disorders, migraine, any types of jaundice and coronary heart diseases. You should not take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol), if you are taking drugs like heparin, coumarin and some pain medications. BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) can considerably reduce the breast milk secretion. If you are a lactating mother, you should consult the doctor before taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol).
BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) Side Effects:
BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) can increase the incidence of thromboembolism, cerebral and deep vein thrombosis, hepatic adenomas, portal hypertension and gall bladder problems. Some of the other side effects such as, nausea, vomiting, chest pain that radiate to the other parts of the body, numbness or weakness, weight gain, mood swings, acne, breast changes with pain, skin rashes, migraine, cholestatic jaundice, vaginal infections, pain behind the eyes, frequent bleeding and spotting, increase or decrease in menstrual flow and temporary infertility. Some of the uncommon side effects of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) are hair loss, changes in libido, loss of appetite, vaginitis with pre-menstrual syndrome, behavioural changes with nervousness and erythematic reactions. Most of the rare side effects of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) vary from one person to another.
How should I take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
You can take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) pills once daily and the interval between two tablets should not exceed more than 24 hours. Start taking white/blue pills of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) on the first day of your menstrual bleeding and continue for 21 days and then continue with the orange pills for 7 days. Then, repeat the same regimen until desired. The following instruction should be followed to take the BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) – 5 mg (Daily): (1) Take the daily dose of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) in the same time as prescribed. 2) Take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) while you are sitting or standing up. 3) Take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) with 6 to 8 ounces (about 1 cup) of plain water. Do not take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) with any other drink besides plain water. Do not take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) with coffee, tea, juice, milk or other dairy drinks. 4) Swallow BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) on a whole. Do not chew the tablet or keep BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) in your mouth to melt or dissolve. After taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) you must wait at least 30 minutes BEFORE: 1) lying down. You may sit, stand, or do normal activities like read the newspaper or take a walk. 2) Eating or drinking anything except plain water.
Keep taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) for as long as you need to avoid the pregnancy and with you’re the supervision of your health care provider. For BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) to prevent the pregnancy, you have to take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) as often and in the way BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) as prescribed.
What should I know about BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
- Take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
- BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) can be taken with or without food.
- For BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
- If you detect clinical pregnancy, stop taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) immediately.
- While taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol), after you took 21 tablets of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol), continue the other 7 orange tablets that contains inert substance or placebo.
- It is important to take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
- Stop taking BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) if you want to be pregnant.
- BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) can prevent the pregnancy but not the sexually transmitted diseases
- Store BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) as per the instructions on the label.
What happens if I miss a dose of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
Try to take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) same time, daily and take the missed dose of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and take BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of the medication. If you miss more than 3 doses of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol), try to use condoms to prevent the pregnancy and consult the doctor to restart the regimen.
What happens if I overdose of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
If you experience uncontrolled bleeding or nausea, it may be a symptom of BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) overdose. In this case, try to seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol)?
BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for BREVICON (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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