Levlite Birth Control

• Levlite

Levlite is a combined oral contraceptive that can be obtained with a prescription. This article from the eMedTV library explains how this form of birth control works and lists some of the potential side effects that may occur with Levlite.

• Levlite Side Effects

Potential side effects of Levlite include headaches, changes in sex drive, and breakthrough bleeding. This eMedTV resource describes other possible Levlite side effects, including serious problems that should be reported to your doctor immediately.

• Levlite Uses

Although Levlite is primarily used for preventing pregnancy, it can also be used for off-label uses. This eMedTV Web page discusses some of these possible off-label Levlite uses and explains how this form of birth control works.

• Levlite Dosage

There is only one standard way to dose Levlite, regardless of your age or weight. This eMedTV page offers general Levlite dosage guidelines, including information on how to start Levlite, and explains what you should do if you miss any doses.

• Levlite Drug Interactions

Medications that may cause Levlite drug interactions include theophylline, St. John's wort, and antibiotics. This eMedTV page lists some of the other drugs that may interact with Levlite and discusses the potential risks of these interactions.

• Levlite Warnings and Precautions

Levlite can change your menstrual bleeding patterns. This eMedTV segment includes a list of other side effects or problems that may occur with Levlite. Warnings and precautions on who should not take Levlite are also included in this article.

• Levlite Overdose

A Levlite overdose is unlikely to cause serious problems, but you should still seek medical attention. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms that may occur with an overdose of Levlite and explains what treatments are available for an overdose.

• Levlite and Pregnancy

Women should never intentionally take Levlite during pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, studies on Levlite and pregnancy show that accidentally taking the pill early in pregnancy will probably not cause serious problems.

• Levlite and Breastfeeding

It is generally recommended that breastfeeding women avoid taking Levlite. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides more information on Levlite and breastfeeding, and explains why breastfeeding women may want to avoid combined oral contraceptives.

• Generic Levlite

Levlite is available in two different generic forms. This segment from the eMedTV site explains that generic Levlite (which is sold under the names Lessina and Spronyx) is equivalent to Levlite, but it may contain different inactive ingredients.