Ovcon Birth Control Pills

• Ovcon

Ovcon is a prescription birth control pill that mainly works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV resource offers a complete overview of this pill, including information on the different types of Ovcon, potential side effects, and tips on taking it.

• Ovcon Side Effects

Common Ovcon side effects may include nausea, bloating, and headaches. This eMedTV Web article describes other side effects that have been reported with birth control pills (including Ovcon) and also lists some of the potentially serious side effects.

• Ovcon Uses

The primary use of Ovcon is for preventing pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV article explains, there are also several "off-label" Ovcon uses, such as treating heavy menstrual bleeding, painful menstrual periods, and irregular menstrual periods.

• Ovcon Dosage

This eMedTV page explains that it is important to carefully follow Ovcon dosing guidelines, as missing pills significantly increases your risk of pregnancy. This page gives tips on taking your Ovcon dosage, as well as what to do if you miss any pills.

• Ovcon Drug Interactions

Before taking any other medicine with Ovcon, talk to your doctor about drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists the medicines that may cause Ovcon drug interactions and explains how some of these interactions can increase the risk of pregnancy.

• Ovcon Warnings and Precautions

Ovcon can make some health problems worse, such as high blood pressure and depression. This eMedTV resource outlines other important Ovcon warnings and precautions to be aware of before using this pill, including who should not use this contraceptive.

• Ovcon Overdose

This eMedTV resource explains that although an Ovcon overdose is unlikely to cause serious problems, you should still seek immediate medical care if you have overdosed on the pill. This page also covers possible symptoms and treatment options.

• Ovcon and Pregnancy

If you take Ovcon intentionally during pregnancy, it may cause serious problems (such as birth defects). This eMedTV article discusses why Ovcon is a pregnancy Category X drug and explains what to do if you are taking Ovcon and pregnancy occurs.

• Ovcon and Breastfeeding

If you are taking Ovcon and breastfeeding, it is important to understand the potential risks. This eMedTV page explains how Ovcon may decrease the quantity and quality of breast milk, and is typically not recommended for women who are breastfeeding.

• Generic Ovcon

This eMedTV page explains that generic Ovcon 35 (but not Ovcon 50) is sold under the name Balziva. This page covers generic Ovcon 35 in more detail and explains how the FDA has determined that this generic product is as good as the brand-name drug.