Tri-Norinyl Birth Control

• Tri-Norinyl

Tri-Norinyl is a combined oral contraceptive that primarily prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV Web page explains how this form of birth control works, offers tips on when and how to take it, and lists possible side effects.

• Tri-Norinyl Side Effects

Headaches, nausea, and a decrease in sex drive are some of the common Tri-Norinyl side effects. This eMedTV page explains that although most side effects of Tri-Norinyl are merely bothersome, some (such as chest pain) may require prompt medical care.

• Tri-Norinyl Uses

Women typically use Tri-Norinyl for preventing pregnancy, but this contraceptive also has many other uses. This eMedTV page explains how this birth control pill works and also lists several "off-label" Tri-Norinyl uses (such as treating acne).

• Tri-Norinyl Dosage

The standard Tri-Norinyl dosage is one pill every day, at the same time each day. This selection from the eMedTV Web site provides Tri-Norinyl dosing guidelines, including suggestions on when and how to safely and effectively use this contraceptive.

• Tri-Norinyl Drug Interactions

Some of the medications that may negatively interact with Tri-Norinyl include antibiotics and barbiturates. This eMedTV Web page lists other medications that may cause Tri-Norinyl drug interactions and describes the complications that may occur.

• Tri-Norinyl Warnings and Precautions

You should not take Tri-Norinyl if you have heart disease, liver tumors, or a blood clotting disorder. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at other important Tri-Norinyl warnings and precautions to be aware of before using this contraceptive.

• Tri-Norinyl Overdose

An overdose on Tri-Norinyl may cause nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding. This eMedTV page explains that you should seek prompt medical care if you have overdosed on Tri-Norinyl and describes possible treatment options for a Tri-Norinyl overdose.

• Tri-Norinyl and Pregnancy

Pregnant women should not use Tri-Norinyl, as it may potentially cause miscarriages or birth defects. This eMedTV page covers what to do if you are taking Tri-Norinyl and pregnancy occurs, and explains why Tri-Norinyl is a pregnancy Category X drug.

• Tri-Norinyl and Breastfeeding

This eMedTV page explains that women who are breastfeeding should typically avoid using combined contraceptives (including Tri-Norinyl). This page offers more information on Tri-Norinyl and breastfeeding, and discusses what a doctor may recommend.

• Generic Tri-Norinyl

Aranelle and Leena are the generic versions of Tri-Norinyl. This portion of the eMedTV Web site explains that the FDA has assigned these generic Tri-Norinyl products an "AB" rating, meaning they are as good as the brand-name contraceptive.