Ortho-Novum (Cont.)

Side Effects of Ortho-Novum

As with any medicine, Ortho-Novum can cause side effects. However, not everyone who uses the contraceptive will experience side effects. In fact, most women 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:
 
  • Breakthrough bleeding or spotting between periods
  • Acne
  • Nausea (with or without vomiting)
  • Breast tenderness
  • Headaches.
     
(Click Ortho-Novum Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 

Drug Interactions With Ortho-Novum

Ortho-Novum can interact with several other medications (see Ortho-Novum Drug Interactions).
 

Ortho-Novum: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to using Ortho-Novum 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 Ortho-Novum Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not take this contraceptive.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;