ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert

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ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Drug and Prescription Information

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Medication Classification

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal)

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Brandname

Nuvaring

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert is used for the Treatment

Ethinyl Estradiol (ETH-in-il es-tra-DYE-ole), Etonogestrel (et-oh-noe-JES-trel) Used for birth control. This medicine is a contraceptive.

When To Not Use ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to etonogestrel or ethinyl estradiol, or if you are pregnant or have vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor. You should not use this medicine if you have heart disease, severe high blood pressure, problems with circulation, breast cancer, endometrial cancer, liver disease, a history of stroke or blood clots, or if you are a heavy smoker and over the age of 35.

How Should You Use ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert

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  • The medicine is in a ring that is put into your vagina and releases small amounts of medicine that is absorbed into your body. Your doctor or nurse will show you how to put the ring in.
  • This medicine comes with patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
  • Never share your medicine with anyone.
    • If a dose is missed:
  • If you leave the ring in place for more than 4 weeks, you may not be protected from pregnancy. Check to be sure you are not pregnant before inserting a new ring. You must use a different kind of birth control until the new ring has been in place for 7 days in a row.
  • If you forget to replace the ring after the one-week ring-free break, call your doctor for instructions.

Proper ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Storage

Store ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • This medicine may not work while you are using antibiotics, medicine for seizures or other vaginal medicine. To keep from getting pregnant, use another form of birth control such as condoms, a diaphragm, or contraceptive foam or jelly.

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Warnings

  • When you first start using the vaginal ring, it is important to use a second form of birth control during the first 7 days to make sure you are protected from pregnancy.
  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have lupus, high blood pressure, seizures, asthma, migraine headaches, diabetes, or depression.
  • Smoking can increase your risk of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot when using this medication.
  • If you miss two periods in a row, remove the ring and call your doctor for a pregnancy test.
  • Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
  • Call your doctor if the ring causes vaginal irritation (such as redness, pain, or burning).

ETONOGESTREL/ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Vaginal) (Insert Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing
  • Dark colored urine, yellow skin or eyes
  • Lumps in your breast
  • Pain in your leg (calf), chest, or groin
  • Severe headache or sudden vision changes
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Bloated feeling, weight gain, or tired feeling that won't go away
  • Breast tenderness or swelling
  • Contact lens discomfort
  • Nausea or stomach cramps
  • Sensitivity to sunlight

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