Zenchent Fe

Zenchent Fe is a type of birth control pill available in chewable form. This prescription oral contraceptive is particularly useful for women who have difficulty swallowing tablets. All women take the same dose, regardless of age, weight, or medical conditions. Commonly reported side effects include menstrual cramps, headaches, and nausea.

What Is Zenchent Fe?

Zenchent Fe™ (norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol) is a prescription birth control pill. This is one of the few chewable birth control pills available, which makes it particularly useful for women who have difficulty swallowing tablets. It is a generic version of Femcon® Fe.
 
(Click What Is Zenchent Fe Used For? for more information on this topic, including possible off-label uses.)
 

Are There Side Effects?

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Zenchent Fe.
 However, not everyone who uses the contraceptive will experience problems. In fact, most women tolerate it quite well.
 
If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
 
Common side effects of birth control pills include but are not limited to:
 
(Click Zenchent Fe Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
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