What happens when you stop taking Tri-Sprintec?
Women who use Tri-Sprintec may experience amenorrhea. Some women may experience amenorrhea or oligomenorrhea after discontinuation of COCs, especially when such a condition was pre-existent. If scheduled (withdrawal) bleeding does not occur, consider the possibility of pregnancy.
Is Tri-Sprintec a good birth control?
Tri-Sprintec has an average rating of 5.5 out of 10 from a total of 530 ratings for the treatment of Birth Control. 39% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 38% reported a negative effect.
What interferes with Tri-Sprintec?
Products that may adversely interact with Tri-Sprintec include aromatase inhibitors, raloxifene, sodium tetradecyl sulfate, tamoxifen, and medication for hypothyroidism. Drugs that may increase blood levels of Tri-Sprintec include acetaminophen, vitamin C, atorvastatin, and azole antifungals.
Can Tri-Sprintec make you gain weight?
Some women may experience weight gain when taking Tri-Sprintec and any birth control pills. While there’s a chance that the hormones can give you the munchies, it’s mostly water retention (and not actual fat) that’s to blame.
Why was Sprintec discontinued?
It’s important to note that Tri-Lo Sprintec wasn’t pulled due to safety concerns, but rather because of a patent infringement battle between brand manufacturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals and the generic manufacturer Teva Pharmaceuticals. Tri-Lo Sprintec seemed to have disappeared, until its recent resurfacing.
Which is better Sprintec or Tri-Sprintec?
Sprintec vs. Tri-Sprintec)? Both types are equally good at preventing pregnancy. Your best bet is to consult your doctor on this one. The multiphasic versions were originally developed to reduce the total dosage of progestin your body would get during one cycle, but without an increase in breakthrough bleeding.
Should I eat before taking Tri-Sprintec?
Follow all instructions closely. Take Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) at the same time of day. Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
What is the difference between Sprintec and Tri-Sprintec?
Tri-Sprintec (like Ortho Tri-Cyclen*) uses the exact same hormones as Sprintec, but it’s a triphasic pill, meaning there are three different dose levels in the active pills. You can think of Tri-Sprintec as having 3 “phases” of hormones throughout the month.
What are the brand names of Tri-Sprintec?
Brand Name: Estarylla, Femynor, Mili, Mono-Linyah, MonoNessa.show all 25 brand names. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 13, 2021. Smoking cigarettes while using Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) raises the chance of very bad heart and blood-related side effects.
What should I know about Tri-Sprintec before taking it?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots, a stroke, or a heart attack. Talk with the doctor.
What happens if I stop taking Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate)?
If Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) is stopped, your doctor will tell you when to start taking Tri-Sprintec (ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate) again after your surgery or procedure. This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots, a stroke, or a heart attack.
Is Sprintec the same as Ortho Cyclen?
Contraceptive: Sprintec is a generic form of the birth control pill ortho-cyclen. It contains an estrogen like compound (ethinyl estradiol) and a Progesterone like Read More Lost one blue pill from sprintec 28 of my first week from my second month supply what do i do now? Continue: with the pill pack as you can.