Modicon (Cont.)

Side Effects of Modicon

Just like any medicine, Modicon can cause side effects. However, not everyone who uses the contraceptive will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are easily treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
Common side effects of birth control pills include but are not limited to:
 
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headaches
  • Breast tenderness
  • Acne
  • Breakthrough bleeding or spotting between periods.
     
(Click Modicon Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 

Drug Interactions

Modicon can interact with several other medications (see Modicon Drug Interactions).
 

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to using Modicon if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
(Click Modicon Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not take this form of contraceptive.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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