What is Tri-Cyclen Lo used for?
Tri-Cyclen Lo is a combined oral contraceptive used to prevent women from becoming pregnant. It can also make periods less severe by making them more consistent, less painful and decrease the amount of blood loss. This will not protect you against sexually transmitted diseases so methods of birth control, including condoms are still recommended.
Tri-Cyclen Lo (norgestimate, ethinyl estradiol) Information
How does Tri-Cyclen Lo work?
It works by preventing a woman's egg from fully developing and making it impossible to accept sperm.
How do you use Tri-Cyclen Lo?
Tri-Cyclen Lo tablets are taken orally once a day as directed by your doctor. It works best when taken around the same time every day. Follow your doctor’s instructions and the directions on your package. They should be taken in the correct order.
Missing doses can make pregnancy more likely. You may need to start a new pack later or choose a different time of day to take your dose. If you feel nauseous or experience stomach problems, you may need to adjust when you take the product.
Your package may have inactive tablets. These are often taken as reminders after you have used the 21 active tablets. If you receive a product with only 21 tablets, you may need to stop taking the tablets daily for 7 days(unless instructed otherwise by your doctor). You should have your period during thai break from the active medication.
It may be used to treat acne in women 15 years of age or older. This is usually recommended for individuals that are treating acne and require birth control.
Tri-Cyclen Lo Precautions and Warnings?
All orders from Sunshine Pharmacy are delivered in the manufacturer's packaging and include a medicine information sheet. Carefully read this information sheet and call us if you have any questions or do not understand the document.
Advise your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions:
- Heart or blood vessel disease
- Major surgery with prolonged periods of immobilization
- Gallbladder disease
- Breast cancer, known or suspected
- Diabetes
- Diabetes with kidney, eye, nerve, or blood vessel damage
- Hereditary angioedema
- Kidney disease
- high cholesterol or fats in the blood
- Jaundice
- high blood pressure
- Obesity
- Depression
- Heart attack
- Liver disease, including tumors or cancer
- Migraine headache
- Epilepsy (seizures)
- Abnormal or unusual vaginal bleeding
- Stroke
These conditions may grow worse with treatment or affect how well the medicine works.
Diarrhea or vomiting may prevent the medication from working properly. You should consider an alternate birth control method if you are sick.
Store at room temperature away from children and animals when not in use.
What Drugs Interact with Tri-Cyclen Lo?
There are potential known drug interactions associated with Tri-Cyclen Lo. You should disclose all of your current vitamins, supplements, OTC drugs, herbal products and all current prescription medicines. Our pharmacists will provide therapeutic screening for all orders against this supplied list.
Call your doctor or seek immediate medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction or drug interaction.
- Rufinamide
- Dexamethasone
- Mavacamten
- Carbamazepine
- Betamethasone
- Anagrelide
- Paclitaxel Protein-Bound
- Ampicillin
- Cyclosporine
- Mycophenolic Acid
- Prednisone
- Oxytetracycline
- Boceprevir
- Artemether
- Cefprozil
- Theophylline
- Cefpodoxime
- Phenobarbital
- Pibrentasvir
- Cefadroxil
- Encorafenib
- Mitapivat
- Etravirine
- Sultamicillin
- Armodafinil
- Fosphenytoin
- Telaprevir
- Efavirenz
- Ceftazidime
- St John's Wort
What are the Side Effects of Tri-Cyclen Lo?
We do not list all possible known side effects.You may experience a side effect that is not provided here. Call your doctor or seek immediate medical attention for severe side effects.
Your doctor will normally balance the benefits of treatment versus any possible adverse reactions. Please call us and speak to the pharmacist if you have concerns about buying Tri-Cyclen Lo online.
- nausea
- irritability
- vomiting
- slow or fast heartbeat
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
- thick, white curd-like vaginal discharge without odor or with mild odor
- cough
- sudden troubled breathing
- blotchy spots on the exposed skin
- rash
- fainting
- fever
- redness of the skin
- Bloating
- diarrhea
- tiredness
- clay-colored stools
- constipation
- itching of the vagina or outside the genitals
- stomach pain
- itching skin
- loss of appetite
- chills
- change in vision
- discouragement
- vomiting of blood
- feeling sad or empty
- loss of interest or pleasure
- anxiety
Is there a generic Tri-Cyclen Lo?
The generic product is Tricira Lo.
Tri-Cyclen Lo (norgestimate, ethinyl estradiol) FAQs
Can I skip my period on ortho Tri Cyclen Lo?
Most birth control products can cause you to miss your period. You should always follow the instructions and talk to your doctor if you intend to miss your menstrual period using this product.
Can ortho Tri Cyclen Lo cause weight gain?
There is a possibility of weight gain when using this product. The adjustment in hormones may cause water retention and increase food craving. Talk to your healthcare professional if you notice a surprising change in your weight.
Can you get pregnant on ortho Tri Cyclen Lo?
When used properly, this product should prevent pregnancy. No birth control pill is 100% effective so you should still practice safe sex to avoid pregnancy.
Can you start ortho Tri Cyclen Lo anytime?
You can start taking it right away or on a specific day if you prefer. It will not be effective the first week of treatment. You should use alternate forms of birth control until the medicine is active in your system.
Can you take ortho Tri Cyclen Lo while breastfeeding?
This is not recommended for women that are nursing or pregnant. It may have adverse effects on an unborn child. If you become pregnant while taking Tri-Cyclen Lo you should inform your doctor right away. You may need to find an alternate form of birth control while breastfeeding.