Nortrel: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Currently on the market there are many forms of birth control with different advantages and disadvantages. Birth control pills are a fairly traditional and reliable form of birth control when used correctly. Including the birth control pill Nortrel. So how does Nortrel work in preventing pregnancy?

1. What does Nortrel do?

Nortemp is a birth control pill that combines 1 hormone progestin and 1 hormone estrogen. The main contraceptive mechanism of the pill is the suppression of ovulation during the female menstrual cycle. In addition, to increase the effectiveness of birth control, Nortemp also has effects such as thickening the vaginal fluid layer to prevent fertilization between sperm and egg, changing the uterine lining to prevent zygote from forming. nest.
In addition to the effect of a birth control pill, Nortemp medicine also brings other effects such as:
Regulate the menstrual cycle more evenly, reduce blood volume and menstrual cramps; Limit the risk of ovarian cysts; Treatment of acne . Users should note that Nortemp does not protect the body from sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, gonorrhea, syphilis...

2. How to use Nortrel

Carefully read the instructions for use on the package or provided by the pharmacist before using Nortrel birth control pills. This information is important because it guides the user about when to take the Nortrel birth control pill and what to do if a dose is missed. Nortemp is used orally once a day. Users should find the most appropriate, easy to remember time and take birth control pills at that time every day.
Users need to use Nortemp medicine regularly as prescribed by the doctor. The levels of estrogen and progestin in birth control pills will vary, depending on when in the cycle they are taken. It is therefore very important that users read the instructions on the packaging to find and use the first Nortemp tablet in the pack, and then take the remaining tablets in the correct order. Never skip any birth control pills as the risk of an unwanted pregnancy increases.
Vomiting and diarrhea may reduce the effectiveness of the birth control pill Nortrel. So if you experience vomiting or diarrhea, you may need to use extra back-up birth control (such as condoms, spermicide) in addition to the Nortrel pill.
Use Nortemp after dinner or before going to bed if the user has abdominal pain or nausea due to the drug. However, no matter when you take it, it is very important to take Nortemp at the same time every day, 24 hours apart. Birth control pills can include 21 hormone pills or 28 pills (21 hormone pills and 7 non-hormone reminder pills). How to use Nortrel birth control pills as follows:
Take an active pill 1 time per day for 21 consecutive days; If you are using a 28-pill birth control pill, the user should continue to take the reminder pill once a day for 7 consecutive days after finishing all 21 active pills; If you are using a 21-pill product, do not use any pills for 7 days unless otherwise directed by your doctor; People taking the birth control pill Nortrel will usually get their period in the 4th week of the pill cycle. After the end of the cycle of 21 or 28 days as above, the user should start a new pack of pills the next day whether or not he has a period, if still no period, the user should consult a doctor. . If this is your first time using Nortemp and you are not switching from another form of hormonal birth control (such as the patch, other birth control pills), take the first pill in the pack on Sunday. the first day of your menstrual cycle or on the first day of your period.
For the first Nortemp cycle, the user should use an additional form of non-hormonal contraception (such as condoms, spermicide) for the first 7 days until Nortrel is available. enough time to take effect. If Nortemp is used on the first day of a period, the user may not need to use backup contraception during the first week. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about switching from other forms of hormonal birth control (such as the patch, other birth control pills) to Nortemp.

3. Side effects of the drug Nortrel

Common side effects of Nortemp include nausea, vomiting, headache, abdominal bloating, tightness in the chest, swelling in the ankles/feet (due to fluid retention) or weight change. Vaginal bleeding between periods or missed periods/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of using Nortemp. If you miss your period for 2 consecutive periods (or 1 period if you have not used the medicine correctly), please contact your doctor to take a pregnancy test.
The Nortrel birth control pill can increase the user's blood pressure, so measure your blood pressure regularly and notify your doctor if your blood pressure is high. Some of the less common serious side effects of the Nortrel birth control pill include:
Breast lumps: Mental changes (such as depression onset or worsening depression); Severe stomach/abdominal pain; Abnormal vaginal bleeding; Dark urine, yellow eyes/skin. Nortemp can cause blood clots and serious medical problems (such as deep vein thrombosis, heart attack, pulmonary embolism, stroke). Be aware of signs of unwanted but serious effects such as:
Post-sternal chest pain; sudden confusion, dizziness, or fainting; Hot, painful swelling in the groin or lower leg; Difficulty speaking, tongue-tied; Shortness of breath or sudden rapid breathing; Unusual headache; Sweating, weakness on one side of the body; Vision problems/changes (such as double vision, partial/complete blindness). Nortrel birth control pills can cause other side effects not listed above, if users notice other unusual signs, please contact your doctor for instructions.
Do not use Nortemp if the user smokes and is over 35 years old. Smoking is a risk factor for stroke, heart attack, blood clotting disorders, and high blood pressure caused by the use of hormonal contraceptives (such as the Pill, the patch, the IUD). . The risk increases with age and number of cigarettes used. Therefore, give up or reduce the number of cigarettes used each day.

4. Notes when using the drug Nortrel

Before using Nortrel, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have a history of allergic reactions to estrogens (such as ethinylestradiol, mestranol), progestins (such as norethindrone, desogestrel) or any other allergies.
Medical history is also an issue that needs to be carefully explored before using Nortrel, especially: blood clots (in legs, eyes, lungs...), blood clotting disorders, high blood pressure, results abnormal breast exam results, endometrial or breast cancer, people with high blood cholesterol, depression, diabetes, a personal or family history of angioedema, problems gallbladder problems, severe headaches/migraines, heart problems (valvular disease, irregular heartbeat, previous heart attack), history of yellowing eyes/jaundice during pregnancy or with use hormones for birth control, kidney disease, liver disease, stroke, edema, thyroid problems, abnormal vaginal bleeding.
If the user has diabetes, Nortrel medicine can affect blood sugar, so it is necessary to check blood sugar regularly and notify the doctor immediately if symptoms such as: increased thirst, increased urination. .. People who are taking Nortrel moderately or have surgery in the near future, or are about to sit on a bed/chair for a long time... will increase the risk of blood clots, which may require stopping Nortrel for a while. time or take other special precautions.
Nortrel can cause melasma, so it is necessary to limit time in the sun. It may take longer to get pregnant after you stop taking Nortrel birth control pills. Accordingly, this drug should not be used during pregnancy, if the user suddenly becomes pregnant or suspects that she is pregnant, notify the doctor immediately. For women who have just had a baby or have had a miscarriage/abortion in the last 3 months, use another reliable form of birth control and find out when it's safe to start using an estrogen such as Nortrel. . Nortrel may decrease breast milk production, small amounts of Nortrel may pass into breast milk and cause unwanted effects on a nursing infant.

5. Interactions of Nortrel

Drug interactions can change the way Nortrel works or increase your risk of serious side effects. Some products that may interact with Nortrel include: aromatase inhibitors (anastrozole, exemestane), ospemifene, tamoxifen, tizanidine, tranexamic acid, multiple active ingredients for chronic hepatitis C. Some medications that can make Nortrel work less effectively by reducing the amount of birth control hormones that can lead to pregnancy include: griseofulvin, modafinil, rifamycins, anticonvulsants (barbiturates, carbamazepines, felbamate). , phenytoin, primidone, topiramate), HIV medicine...
Before starting any new drug concurrently with Nortrel, a user should discuss with their doctor whether additional contraception should be used. any other reliable or not. If you have any sudden bleeding or spotting in your vagina, tell your doctor right away as these could be signs that birth control pills are not working properly. Nortrel may interfere with certain tests such as blood clotting factors, thyroid tests, etc., leading to false test results. Symptoms of a Nortrel overdose include: nausea and vomiting, negative bleeding.
Nortrel users should have regular health checks including: blood pressure, breast exam, pelvic exam, cervical smear ... to monitor the side effects of Nortrel. Refer to the Nortrel package information for what to do in the event of a missed dose, when the user may need to use backup birth control (such as condoms, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy.
If a user of Nortrel regularly forgets to take a pill, then consider switching to another form of birth control. Store Nortrel at room temperature, away from light and moisture, away from children and pets. Do not flush Nortrel down the toilet or down the drain when Nortrel has expired or is no longer needed.

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Reference source: webmd.com