Precautions and Warnings With Dasetta

Before taking Dasetta, women should tell their healthcare provider if they have depression, a history of a stroke, or gallbladder problems. Other precautions for using Dasetta safely include warnings of potential drug interactions and an increased risk for blood clots, heart attacks, or strokes. Also, this contraceptive should not be used by those who have high blood pressure or liver or heart disease.

Dasetta Birth Control Information

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider before taking

Dasetta™ (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) if you have:

Heart disease
Yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin (jaundice) during a prior pregnancy or oral contraceptive use
High cholesterol
Gallbladder disease
A history of a heart attack or stroke
A history of blood clots or a clotting disorder
Chest pain (angina)
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease, such as liver failure, cirrhosis, or hepatitis
Cancer (or if you have had cancer in the past)
Undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding
Depression
Diabetes
Any allergies, including to dyes, foods, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Have an upcoming surgery
Are over 35 years old
Smoke cigarettes
Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding.

You should also tell your healthcare provider about all other medications you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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