Switching from Another Birth Control Method
It's easy to switch to ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO from another birth control pill without compromising protection. Just start your new pack of ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® LO pills when you would have started the next pack of your previous brand of birth control pills. If you carefully follow these instructions, you should not have to use a backup method of birth control.
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If you are switching from a birth control method other than the Pill, use the following instructions and pay close attention to whether you need to use a backup method of contraception, such as condoms or spermicide. Remember, your healthcare professional is the best person to provide guidance on switching birth control methods.
- Nonhormonal Birth Control Methods (IUDs, diaphragms, condoms)
- Birth Control Patch
- Vaginal Ring
- Injection
- Implant
Nonhormonal Birth Control Methods
Are you using a birth control method that doesn't deliver hormones into your body, such as a copper intrauterine device (IUD), diaphragm, or condoms? Simply begin your first pack of pills using either a Sunday Start or a Day 1 Start. If you choose a Sunday Start, use a backup method of contraception for 7 days (1 week).back to top >
Birth Control Patch
Switching from the birth control patch is similar to switching from another birth control pill. Wait until you finish using the third patch of your cycle. In the fourth week, begin your first pack of pills using either a Sunday Start or a Day 1 Start. If you choose a Sunday Start, use a backup method of contraception for 7 days (1 week).For full US Product Information, please visit:
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Vaginal Ring
Remove the vaginal ring after 3 weeks of use, as you normally would. In the fourth week, begin your first pack of pills using either a Sunday Start or a Day 1 Start, whichever comes first. If you choose a Sunday Start, use a backup method of contraception for 7 days (1 week). You may not have a period this month, but this is to be expected.back to top >
Injection
There is only one type of injection. Talk to your healthcare professional about how long after your last injection you should wait to begin your birth control pill (depending on your type of injection, it may be anywhere from 4 to 13 weeks). When your healthcare professional says it is safe to start the birth control pill, begin your first pack of pills using either a Sunday Start or a Day 1 Start. If you choose a Sunday Start, use a backup method of contraception for 7 days (1 week).back to top >
Implant
Make an appointment with your healthcare professional to remove the implant. Begin your first pack of pills using either a Sunday Start or a Day 1 Start. If you choose a Sunday Start, use a backup method of contraception for 7 days (1 week).>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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