May be taken with or without food. Continue taking one tablet every day. After taking the last tablet in the old pack, start a new pack the next day. There is no break between packs, and do not take any "reminder" tablets (tablets without medication). Periods may be early or late, shorter or longer, heavier or lighter than normal. May also have some spotting between periods. Do not stop taking pills if this happens. If vomit within 4 hours after taking this medication or have diarrhea, use a backup method of birth control (e.g., condom, spermicide) for the next 2 days. Missing a pill, taking it more than 3 hours late, or starting a new pack late will increase your risk of becoming pregnant. If you miss a pill or take this medication 3 or more hours later than usual, use a backup method of birth control (e.g., condom, spermicide) for the next 2 days.
Side Effect
10% Edema, Weakness, Anorexia, Amenorrhea, Breakthrough bleeding, Change in menstrual flow, Spotting Frequency Not Defined Menstrual irregularities; Deep vein thrombosis, thrombosis libidinous, vomiting, headache, dizziness, breast discomfort, gynecomastia, depression, skin disorders, disturbance of appetite, wt. changes, fluid retention, changes in libido, cholestatic jaundice, hair loss, or hirsutism. Benign intracranial hypertension, thrombocytopenic purpura. Potentially Fatal: Thrombocytopenia, stroke.
