When and How to Use Ovcon
Some general considerations for when and how to use the medication include the following:
- Ovcon comes in tablet form. It is taken by mouth once a day, at the same time each day.
- Each pack of Ovcon contains 28 pills. Make sure to take them in order. Once you have finished a pack, start a new pack right away, even if you are still having your period. You will probably start your period during the last seven days of the pack.
- You can take it with food or on an empty stomach. If the medicine bothers your stomach, try taking it with food. The high estrogen content in Ovcon 50 (but not Ovcon 35) may increase the risk of stomach upset.
- It is very important to take Ovcon every day, at the same time each day. Try to pick a time that is easy to remember (such as at bedtime or breakfast). If you have trouble remembering, please talk with your healthcare provider, as missing pills increases your risk of pregnancy.
- Make sure you know exactly what to do if you miss any pills. In some circumstances, you may need to use a backup method of contraception (such as condoms) for a week.
- For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed.
It is important that you follow Ovcon dosing instructions very carefully, in order to avoid unintentional pregnancy. There are two different doses of Ovcon available (Ovcon 35 and Ovcon 50). As always, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
(Click Ovcon Dosage for more information, including how to start Ovcon and what to do about missed pills.)
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