Ortho Tricyclen

Were you looking for information about Ortho Tri-Cyclen? Ortho Tricyclen is a common misspelling of Ortho Tri-Cyclen.
 
Ortho Tri-Cyclen® is a prescription oral contraceptive that is also commonly used for treating acne. It works to prevent pregnancy in several ways -- by stopping ovulation, changing the cervical mucus, and altering the lining of the uterus. While most people tolerate Ortho Tri-Cyclen well, potential side effects can include breakthrough bleeding or spotting, nausea or vomiting, and breast tenderness.
 
(Click Ortho Tri-Cyclen for more detailed information on how Ortho Tri-Cyclen works to prevent pregnancy, what you should be aware of before using the birth control pill, and when and how to take it.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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