Nortrel Birth Control Pills

• Nortrel

Nortrel is a combined oral contraceptive that primarily works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV article provides a complete overview of Nortrel, including information on the different types of Nortrel, potential side effects, and dosing tips.

• Nortrel Side Effects

Common Nortrel side effects may include nausea, bloating, and headaches. This portion of the eMedTV library describes other potential side effects of Nortrel, including serious side effects that should be reported to a healthcare provider right away.

• Nortrel Uses

Nortrel is an oral contraceptive that is mainly used for preventing pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, it can also be used for other purposes. Common off-label Nortrel uses (such as the treatment of acne and PMDD) are also listed.

• Nortrel Dosage

It is important to take your Nortrel dosage every day, at the same time each day. This eMedTV page provides an in-depth look at Nortrel dosing guidelines, including instructions on what to do if you miss any Nortrel doses and tips for taking the pill.

• Nortrel Drug Interactions

This eMedTV page explains that Nortrel drug interactions can occur when this birth control pill is taken with certain medicines, such as antibiotics and barbiturates. This page explains how drug interactions can increase your risk of pregnancy.

• Nortrel Warnings and Precautions

As this eMedTV page explains, taking Nortrel can increase your risk of life-threatening problems, such as heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots. This page covers other important Nortrel warnings and precautions, including who should avoid the pill.

• Nortrel Overdose

An overdose of Nortrel may cause nausea, vomiting, vaginal bleeding, and other symptoms. This eMedTV resource provides more details on what to expect from a Nortrel overdose and explains what to do if you have taken too much of the contraceptive.

• Nortrel and Pregnancy

This eMedTV page explains that due to serious problems that could occur during pregnancy, Nortrel should immediately be stopped if you find out you are pregnant. This page describes the problems that could occur if Nortrel is taken during pregnancy.

• Nortrel and Breastfeeding

Most women who are breastfeeding are typically advised to avoid combined contraceptives (such as Nortrel). This eMedTV Web article discusses Nortrel and breastfeeding, explaining why your doctor may recommend a different type of birth control pill.