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Ortho-Cyclen and Breastfeeding
It is generally recommended to avoid taking Ortho-Cyclen while breastfeeding. This part of the eMedTV site provides more information on Ortho-Cyclen and breastfeeding, and describes the problems that may occur if you use the pill while breastfeeding.
You should not knowingly take Ortho-Cyclen during pregnancy, as problems could occur. This page from the eMedTV library offers more information on Ortho-Cyclen and pregnancy, and explains the risk of using birth control pills during pregnancy.
There is only one standard Ortho-Cyclen dosage, regardless of your weight or age. This segment from the eMedTV site provides basic Ortho-Cyclen dosing instructions and explains what you should do if you miss any of the pills.
Ortho-Cyclen Drug Interactions
Medicines that may cause Ortho-Cyclen drug interactions include cyclosporine, antibiotics, and modafinil. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that may interact with Ortho-Cyclen and describes the potential effects of these drug interactions.
Serious problems are not likely to occur with an Ortho-Cyclen overdose, but nausea or vomiting is possible. This eMedTV resource explores other possible effects of an Ortho-Cyclen overdose and describes the treatment options that are available.
Common Ortho-Cyclen side effects may include nausea, changes in sex drive, and bloating. This eMedTV Web page describes other potential side effects of Ortho-Cyclen, including serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor immediately.
Ortho-Cyclen is an oral contraceptive that is primarily used for preventing pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, it can also be used off-label for other purposes. Common off-label Ortho-Cyclen uses are listed in this article.
Ortho-Cyclen Warnings and Precautions
Ortho-Cyclen may increase blood sugar, particularly in women with diabetes. This eMedTV article lists other side effects that may occur with Ortho-Cyclen. Warnings and precautions on who should not take this form of birth control are also included.
Ortho-Novum is a prescription birth control pill that primarily works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV article describes the drug in more detail, including information on the different types of Ortho-Novum, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Ortho-Novum is typically not recommended for women who are breastfeeding. Ortho-Novum, as this eMedTV article explains, can decrease the production and quality of breast milk, and may also cause problems in a nursing infant (such as jaundice).
Women should never intentionally use Ortho-Novum during pregnancy. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers a more in-depth look at Ortho-Novum and pregnancy, and explains how this birth control pill could cause miscarriages or birth defects.
Ortho-Novum birth control pills are used to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. This eMedTV Web segment looks at the drug, including its possible side effects, warnings, uses, dosing, and more.
The standard Ortho-Novum dosage is one tablet per day, taken at the same time each day. This eMedTV page takes a further look at Ortho-Novum dosing guidelines, including how to start the drug for the first time and what to do if you miss any pills.
Antibiotics, aprepitant, and modafinil are some of the medicines that may interact with Ortho-Novum. This eMedTV segment lists specific medications that may cause Ortho-Novum drug interactions and describes the problems that may occur.
Nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding are potential symptoms of an Ortho-Novum overdose. This eMedTV resource describes other possible effects of an overdose and discusses how a healthcare provider may treat these symptoms.
If you are preventing pregnancy with Ortho-Novum, side effects may include nausea, bloating, and headaches. This eMedTV segment outlines other common side effects and also describes which ones should be reported to your doctor right away.
Ortho-Novum is primarily used for preventing pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, there are also several off-label Ortho-Novum uses, such as treating acne, heavy menstrual bleeding, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD).
Ortho-Novum Warnings and Precautions
Ortho-Novum can make certain health conditions worse, such as gallbladder disease and depression. This eMedTV article lists other important Ortho-Novum warnings and precautions, and offers information on who should not use this birth control pill.
Ortho-Cyclen is a combined oral contraceptive that is available by prescription only. This eMedTV resource describes Ortho-Cyclen in more detail and explains how it works to prevent pregnancy. Orthocyclen is a common misspelling of Ortho-Cyclen.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a birth control pill that is available by prescription. This eMedTV segment describes the oral contraceptive in more detail and explains how it works. Orthotricyclen Lo is a common misspelling of Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a birth control pill that contains a lower dose of hormones than other pills. This eMedTV page describes how the pill works and links to more information. Orthotricyclin Lo is a common misspelling of Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo.
Precautions and Warnings With Abacavir
Various precautions and warnings with abacavir are listed in this selection from the eMedTV Web site. This article also explains what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking abacavir and describes who should not take the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Abacavir/Lamivudine
Abacavir/lamivudine can cause bone marrow depression. This eMedTV article provides other precautions and warnings with abacavir/lamivudine and offers information on who should not take the drug (such as people with decreased liver function).
Precautions and Warnings With Abacavir/Lamivudine/Zidovudine
Abacavir/lamivudine/zidovudine can change the distribution of fat on your body. This eMedTV Web page contains other important precautions and warnings with abacavir/lamivudine/zidovudine and includes information on who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Amprenavir
Various precautions and warnings with amprenavir are outlined in this portion of the eMedTV library. This article also discusses what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking amprenavir and describes who should not take the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Atazanavir
Before taking atazanavir, let your doctor know if you have hemophilia, arrhythmia, or diabetes. As this eMedTV page explains, being aware of the precautions and warnings with atazanavir ahead of time can help minimize risks and ensure safe treatment.
Precautions and Warnings With Aviane
Taking Aviane increases your risk of blood clots and high blood pressure. This eMedTV selection offers a list of precautions and warnings with Aviane and explains the importance of talking with your healthcare provider prior to starting the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Balziva
Before taking Balziva, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure or other health conditions. This eMedTV Web article outlines other warnings and precautions with Balziva, including information on who should not take this birth control pill.
Precautions and Warnings With Cryselle
You should not use Cryselle if you have a history of breast cancer or endometrial cancer. This eMedTV page offers more precautions and warnings with Cryselle, including a list of other indications that this form of birth control is not right for you.
Precautions and Warnings With Darunavir
Darunavir should be taken with food and with ritonavir (another HIV drug). This eMedTV page provides other precautions and warnings with darunavir, including a list of existing medical conditions to tell your doctor about before starting treatment.
Precautions and Warnings With Delavirdine
Delavirdine can change the distribution of fat on your body. This eMedTV segment provides more precautions and warnings with delavirdine to be aware of, including possible side effects and information on who should not use the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Didanosine
This portion of the eMedTV library highlights some precautions and warnings with didanosine, including allergic reactions and reduced dosages in people with kidney disease. This page also describes who should avoid taking the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Efavirenz
Efavirenz can cause psychiatric problems, including anxiety, depression, and aggressiveness. This eMedTV page offers other important precautions and warnings with efavirenz and includes information on who should not take the HIV medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, and Tenofovir
Efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir may increase the risk of seizures. This eMedTV page lists other precautions and warnings with efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir. Information on who should not take the drug is also included on this page.
Precautions and Warnings With Emtricitabine
This eMedTV resource describes some precautions and warnings with emtricitabine, including possible allergic reactions and the risk of developing dangerous conditions (such as lactic acidosis). This page also explains who should avoid using the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Emtricitabine and Tenofovir
Emtricitabine and tenofovir may damage the kidneys. This eMedTV page lists other precautions and warnings with emtricitabine and tenofovir to be aware of, such as additional side effects and people who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Enfuvirtide
This eMedTV Web page highlights some precautions and warnings with enfuvirtide, including an increased risk of allergic reactions and pneumonia. This page also explains that you should not take the drug if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Precautions and Warnings With Etonogestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol Vaginal Ring
Etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring may increase blood sugar. This eMedTV segment lists other precautions and warnings with etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring, including information on who should not use this method of birth control.
Precautions and Warnings With Fosamprenavir
You should not take fosamprenavir if you are allergic to amprenavir. This eMedTV page offers other precautions and warnings with fosamprenavir, including more information on who should not take the drug and possible side effects that may occur.
Precautions and Warnings With Indinavir
Missing indinavir doses can increase the chance of the virus becoming resistant to HIV drugs. This eMedTV article provides other precautions and warnings with indinavir, including a list of side effects or complications that may occur with the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Jolivette
Jolivette can cause ovarian cysts. This article from the eMedTV site provides more precautions and warnings with Jolivette, including a list of other complications that may occur with the pill and information on who should not use this birth control.
Precautions and Warnings With Kariva
Before taking Kariva, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure or other health conditions. This eMedTV segment lists other warnings and precautions with Kariva, including information on who should not take the birth control pill.
Precautions and Warnings With Lamivudine/Zidovudine
This eMedTV page provides several precautions and warnings with lamivudine/zidovudine that you should be aware of before taking it. This includes possible side effects, conditions to tell your doctor about, and people who should avoid the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Lopinavir and Ritonavir
Lopinavir and ritonavir may cause pancreatitis. This eMedTV Web page offers more precautions and warnings with lopinavir and ritonavir regarding the safety of the medication. Information on who should not take the drug is also included.
Precautions and Warnings With Maraviroc
Maraviroc may increase the risk of heart attacks, infections, and certain cancers. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at other precautions and warnings with maraviroc, including information on who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Microgestin Fe
Microgestin Fe can make certain health problems worse, such as depression or gallbladder disease. This eMedTV Web page describes other important precautions and warnings with Microgestin Fe to be aware of, including who should not use this pill.
Precautions and Warnings With Nelfinavir
Missing nelfinavir doses may increase the risk of the virus becoming resistant to HIV medications. This eMedTV article contains more precautions and warnings with nelfinavir, including important information on who should not take the HIV medicine.
Precautions and Warnings With Nevirapine
Nevirapine can cause severe liver damage, especially if you have high CD4 counts. This eMedTV article contains more precautions and warnings with nevirapine (regarding the safety of the drug) and offers information on who should not take the medicine.
Precautions and Warnings With Oral Contraceptives
Oral contraceptives may increase your cholesterol levels. This eMedTV article offers more precautions and warnings with oral contraceptives, including a list of other side effects to look out for and information on who should not use the pill.
Precautions and Warnings With Quasense
Quasense may increase your risk of developing certain types of cancer (such as breast cancer). This eMedTV Web page provides other important precautions and warnings with Quasense, including information on who should not take this birth control pill.
Precautions and Warnings With Raltegravir
Several precautions and warnings with raltegravir are highlighted in this page from the eMedTV Web site. This article also explains what to tell your healthcare provider prior to taking raltegravir and describes who should not take the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Ritonavir
Ritonavir can cause life-threatening inflammation of the pancreas. This eMedTV segment lists other precautions and warnings with ritonavir to be aware of before starting treatment and offers information on who should not take the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Saquinavir
Saquinavir can change the distribution of fat on your body and may increase your cholesterol levels. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at various precautions and warnings with saquinavir, and explains who should avoid the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Solia
Solia can make depression, high blood pressure, and gallbladder disease worse. This part of the eMedTV Web site describes other important warnings and precautions with Solia to be aware of, including who should not use this form of contraception.
Precautions and Warnings With Stavudine
Taking stavudine may cause potentially dangerous conditions, such as liver damage and pancreatitis. This eMedTV segment contains other important precautions and warnings with stavudine and explains who should avoid taking the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Tenofovir
Tenofovir can decrease bone density, which increases the risk of osteoporosis and broken bones. This eMedTV page lists more precautions and warnings with tenofovir, including additional side effects and information on who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With the Birth Control Patch
You should not take the birth control patch if you have heart disease or liver tumors. This eMedTV segment includes other precautions and warnings with the birth control patch and offers information on who should not use the contraceptive.
Precautions and Warnings With Tipranavir
You should not take tipranavir if you have moderate to severe liver disease. This eMedTV resource offers other important precautions and warnings with tipranavir and includes more information on who should not take this specific HIV medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Tri-Sprintec
Tri-Sprintec does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. As this eMedTV article explains, there are other precautions and warnings with Tri-Sprintec to be aware of before using the pill, including warnings on who should not use the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Trivora
Trivora may increase your blood pressure, which can be a problem if you have hypertension. This eMedTV article provides a list of other precautions and warnings with Trivora and includes important information on who should not use this birth control.
Precautions and Warnings With Velivet
Velivet can affect your cholesterol and increase your blood sugar. This selection from the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at precautions and warnings with Velivet to be aware of, including a list of those who should avoid the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Zalcitabine
This eMedTV resource highlights some precautions and warnings with zalcitabine, including an increased risk of certain cancers and the danger of developing pancreatitis. This page also describes who should avoid taking the medication.
Preventing Bacterial Vaginosis
As this eMedTV segment explains, preventing bacterial vaginosis includes honest communication with your sexual partner(s) and doctor. Other ways of preventing bacterial vaginosis, such as not douching, are aimed at maintaining the healthy bacteria.
Progesterone/Estrogen Vaginal Ring
One option for birth control is a progesterone/estrogen vaginal ring. This eMedTV Web page includes information on this option, including possible side effects and interactions.
Pubic lice are small insects that typically infest the pubic hair in the genital region. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at pubic lice, including information on what they look like, how they are diagnosed, and how they are treated.