Estrostep Fe Birth Control Pills

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Estrostep Fe is a "triphasic" oral contraceptive, which means that it has three "phases" of hormones. This eMedTV page provides an overview of Estrostep Fe, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and when and how to take it.

It is important to know that if you are preventing pregnancy with Estrostep Fe, side effects are possible. This eMedTV page lists possible side effects of Estrostep Fe, such as nausea and bloating, and covers which ones require prompt medical care.

Estrostep Fe is an oral contraceptive primarily used to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV page explains how this prescription birth control pill works and also describes several off-label Estrostep Fe uses, such as treating painful menstrual periods.

There is only one standard Estrostep Fe dosage. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at what to do if you miss any of the pills. This article also provides some Estrostep Fe dosing guidelines on when and how to take the pill correctly.

Negative interactions can occur when Estrostep Fe is taken with certain medicines, such as antibiotics. This eMedTV Web article lists other medications that may cause Estrostep Fe drug interactions and describes the complications that can occur.

You should not use Estrostep Fe if you have heart disease or a blood clotting disorder. This eMedTV article outlines other important Estrostep Fe warnings and precautions, including what to tell your doctor before using this form of contraception.

You should seek immediate medical care if you have taken too much Estrostep Fe. This part of the eMedTV library explains that an Estrostep Fe overdose may cause nausea, vomiting, or vaginal bleeding. Possible treatment options are also discussed.

This eMedTV Web article explains that because Estrostep Fe can potentially cause serious problems, you should not intentionally use it during pregnancy. This page also describes what to do if you are taking Estrostep Fe and pregnancy occurs.

This eMedTV page explains that the hormones in Estrostep Fe pass through breast milk in small amounts, which may decrease the quantity and quality of breast milk. This page also covers what you should know when taking Estrostep Fe and breastfeeding.

This eMedTV segment explains that generic Estrostep Fe is sold under the name Tri-Legest. This page describes generic Estrostep Fe in more detail and explains how the FDA has determined that this generic product is as good as the brand-name drug.