Lybrel Birth Control Pills

• Lybrel

Lybrel is an oral contraceptive that allows women to not have any menstrual periods at all. This eMedTV article provides an overview on Lybrel, including information on how the contraceptive works, possible side effects, and general precautions.

• Lybrel Side Effects

Bloating, headaches, and nausea are among the possible side effects of Lybrel. This page of the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at other possible Lybrel side effects, including those that you should report to your doctor right away.

• Lybrel Uses

Lybrel is a birth control pill that is used for preventing pregnancy in women. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains how the contraceptive works to allow women to not have any periods at all and describes possible off-label Lybrel uses.

• Lybrel Dosage

This eMedTV article explains that there is only one standard Lybrel dosage -- one pill taken at the same time every day. This page also discusses what to do if you miss any of your Lybrel doses and provides some tips on when and how to take Lybrel.

• Lybrel Drug Interactions

Antibiotics, cyclosporine, and some seizure medicines are among the drugs that may interact with Lybrel. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that may cause Lybrel drug interactions and describes the problems these interactions may cause.

• Lybrel Warnings and Precautions

Lybrel can make certain medical conditions worse, including depression and high blood pressure. This eMedTV page outlines other important Lybrel warnings and precautions, and also explains what to tell your doctor before taking this contraceptive.

• Lybrel Overdose

This eMedTV page explains that although a Lybrel overdose is not likely to cause any serious problems, you should still seek immediate medical care if you believe you have taken too much of the contraceptive. This page also covers treatment options.

• Lybrel and Pregnancy

Lybrel should not be used during pregnancy, as it may cause miscarriages or birth defects. This eMedTV Web page describes what to do if you are taking Lybrel and pregnancy occurs. This page also explains why Lybrel is a pregnancy Category X medicine.

• Lybrel and Breastfeeding

Most doctors recommend that women avoid combined contraceptives (including Lybrel) while breastfeeding. This eMedTV resource further discusses Lybrel and breastfeeding, explaining how Lybrel may decrease the production and quality of breast milk.

• Generic Lybrel

A patent currently prevents any company from manufacturing a generic version of Lybrel. This portion of the eMedTV library explains that as soon as the patent expires in September 2018, other drug companies may begin producing generic Lybrel products.