Kelnor Birth Control

• Kelnor

Kelnor is a "combined" oral contraceptive, as it contains an estrogen and a progestin. This eMedTV page explains how Kelnor works to prevent pregnancy and provides a more in-depth look at potential side effects, dosing tips, and general precautions.

• Kelnor Side Effects

Some of the common bothersome Kelnor side effects may include nausea, headaches, and bloating. This eMedTV resource describes other potential side effects of the drug, including serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor right away.

• Kelnor Uses

Kelnor is a prescription oral contraceptive that is primarily used for preventing pregnancy. As this eMedTV Web page explains, however, there are also several off-label Kelnor uses, such as treating acne, heavy menstrual bleeding, and PMDD.

• Kelnor Dosage

The standard Kelnor dosage is one tablet taken once a day, at the same time every day. This page of the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at Kelnor dosing guidelines, including detailed information on what to do if you miss any pills.

• Kelnor Drug Interactions

Medications that may cause Kelnor drug interactions include antibiotics, barbiturates, and cyclosporine. This eMedTV Web article lists other medicines that may interact with Kelnor and describes the potential problems these interactions can cause.

• Kelnor Warnings and Precautions

Kelnor may increase blood sugar levels, blood pressure, or cholesterol. This part of the eMedTV archives lists other Kelnor warnings and precautions to be aware of before starting the pill, including information on who should not take the drug.

• Kelnor Overdose

This eMedTV Web page explains that even though serious problems are unlikely to occur with a Kelnor overdose, you should still seek prompt medical care. Potential symptoms of an overdose are also discussed, as are possible treatment options.

• Kelnor and Pregnancy

This eMedTV segment explains that you should not intentionally take Kelnor during pregnancy, as serious problems could occur (such as miscarriages or birth defects). This page also discusses what to do if you are taking Kelnor and pregnancy occurs.

• Kelnor and Breastfeeding

Women are typically advised to avoid Kelnor while breastfeeding. This selection from the eMedTV Web site provides more information on Kelnor and breastfeeding, and describes the problems that may occur if you use the pill while nursing.

• Generic Kelnor

This eMedTV page explains that although there is no generic Kelnor, there is another birth control pill that is equivalent to Kelnor, called Zovia. This page explains how Kelnor and Zovia are both generic forms of Demulen (which is no longer made).