Getting Started with ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO
If you think ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO may be right for you, set up an appointment with your gynecologist or healthcare professional to discuss whether you are a good candidate. Be sure to honestly discuss your health and lifestyle, so your healthcare professional can determine what's most appropriate for you.
Get more tips on how to prepare for an OB/GYN visit >
Need an ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO prescription?
If you and your healthcare professional decide on ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO, he or she will write you a prescription. Don't forget to ask your healthcare professional for instructions on how to start taking it. You can get your prescription filled at a local or online pharmacy. Or check to see if your insurance company has a mail-order prescription program. It is important to remember to refill your prescription on time each month so you have a pack in time for your start date.Get tips on how to remember your birth control pills refills >
Need to find a healthcare professional who can prescribe ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO? Check out our Women's Health Resources >
Starting the Pill
The correct way to take ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO is to take one pill each day, at the same time each day. Pick a time that's convenient and easy to remember (get birth control reminder tips > ). Missed pills may not only increase the risk of pregnancy but also may increase your chance of experiencing some side effects, such as bleeding between periods.You have 2 choices:
Starting your pill on the Sunday after your period starts or on the first day of your period. The ORTHO DIALPAK® Tablet Dispenser is preset for a Sunday Start, but you also can select a Day 1 Start by turning the dial to the first day of your period.Sunday Start
Take the first "active"* white pill of the first pack on the Sunday after your period starts —even if you are still bleeding. If your period begins on a Sunday, start your pack on the same day. With a Sunday Start, you MUST use a backup birth control method (such as condoms or spermicide ) if you have sex for the first 7 days.Day 1 Start
Take the first “active” white pill of the first pack within 24 hours of starting your period . If you choose a Day 1 Start, you will not need to use a backup method of birth control because you are starting the Pill at the beginning of your period.*The 28-pill pack contains 21 "active" pills (7 white, 7 light blue, and 7 dark blue; all with hormones ) to take for 3 weeks. This is followed by 1 week of placebo pills (7 green; all without hormones).
Want to Change Your Start Date?
You should ask your healthcare professional for guidance before you change your start date.back to top >
Important Safety Information
Serious as well as minor side effects have been reported with the use of oral contraceptives. Serious risks, which can be life threatening, include blood clots, stroke and heart attacks, and are increased if you smoke cigarettes. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially if you are over 35. Women who use oral contraceptives are strongly advised not to smoke. Some women should not use the Pill, including women who have blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, as well as those who are or may be pregnant. The Pill does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases.
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy.
This product is available by prescription only.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please click here for the full Product Information. Click here for Detailed Patient Labeling.
Serious as well as minor side effects have been reported with the use of oral contraceptives. Serious risks, which can be life threatening, include blood clots, stroke and heart attacks, and are increased if you smoke cigarettes. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially if you are over 35. Women who use oral contraceptives are strongly advised not to smoke. Some women should not use the Pill, including women who have blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, as well as those who are or may be pregnant. The Pill does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases.
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy.
This product is available by prescription only.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Please click here for the full Product Information. Click here for Detailed Patient Labeling.
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