Tri-Sprintec is a prescription oral contraceptive that is also approved for the treatment of acne. This eMedTV page describes how the medication works, explains how and when to take it, and lists possible side effects of this birth control pill.
Depression, high cholesterol, and breast lumps are potentially serious side effects of Tri-Sprintec. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, most side effects of the drug (such as nausea or bloating) are minor and do not require medical attention.
Tri-Sprintec is a birth control pill that is also commonly used for treating acne. This page on the eMedTV Web site explores some of the benefits of this form of birth control and also lists common off-label Tri-Sprintec uses.
Be sure to take your Tri-Sprintec dose every day (at the same time each day) to help prevent pregnancy. As this eMedTV page explains, make sure to ask your doctor exactly how Tri-Sprintec dosing works before starting the oral contraceptive.
Antibiotics, barbiturates, and modafinil may cause negative drug interactions with Tri-Sprintec. This eMedTV page explains what may happen if these medicines are combined with Tri-Sprintec and lists other drugs that may cause an interaction.
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.
