oat (angioedema). Call your healthcare provider if you have a swollen face, lips, mouth tongue or throat, which may lead to difficulty swallowing or breathing. Your chance of having angioedema is higher is you have a history of angioedema.
dark patches of skin around your forehead, nose, cheeks and around your mouth, especially during pregnancy (chloasma). Women who tend to get chloasma should avoid spending a long time in sunlight, tanning booths, and under sun lamps while taking ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN. Use sunscreen if you have to be in the sunlight.
What are the most common side effects of ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN?
headache (migraine)
breast pain or tenderness, enlargement or discharge
stomach pain, discomfort, and gas
vaginal infections and discharge
mood changes, including depression
nervousness
changes in weight
skin rash
These are not all the possible side effects of ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What else should I know about taking ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN?
If you are scheduled for any lab tests, tell your healthcare provider you are taking ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN. Certain blood tests may be affected by ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN.
ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted infections.
How should I store ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN?
Store ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
Keep ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN and all medicines out of the reach of children.
Store away from light.
General information about the safe and effective use of ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have.
This Patient Information summarizes the most important information about ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN that is written for health professionals.
For more information, call 1-800-JANSSEN (1-800-526-7736).
Do birth control pills cause cancer?
Birth control pills do not seem to cause breast cancer. However, if you have breast cancer now, or have had it in the past, do not use birth control pills because some breast cancers are sensitive to hormones.
Women who use birth control pills may have a slightly higher chance of getting cervical cancer. However, this may be due to other reasons such as having more sexual partners.
What if I want to become pregnant?
You may stop taking the pill whenever you wish. Consider a visit with your healthcare provider for a pre-pregnancy checkup before you stop taking the pill.
What should I know about my period when taking ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN?
Your periods may be lighter and shorter than usual. Some women may miss a period. Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting may happen while you are taking ORTHO-CYCLEN or ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN, especially during the first few months of use. This usually is not a serious problem. It is im
