Precautions and Warnings With Trivora

It is important to talk to your healthcare provider about the precautions and warnings with Trivora to help minimize risks. This type of birth control can potentially increase the risk of heart attacks, blood clots, strokes, and benign liver tumors. Certain women should not use Trivora, including those with heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or a history of breast cancer or endometrial cancer.

 

Trivora: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Trivora® (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol) is a generic version of Triphasil®. You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to using Trivora if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
  • Will be having surgery
  • Smoke cigarettes
  • Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding.
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You should also be sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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