Nextstellis
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Summary for Nextstellis
Nextstellis is a combination birth control pill that's used to help prevent pregnancy. It contains two hormones: drospirenone and estetrol. Nextstellis is the first birth control pill that contains estetrol, a new type of estrogen approved in over 60 years that's also made from a plant source. Each blister card has 24 pink active pills and 4 white inactive pills. Each pill is taken by mouth once daily in the order noted in the instructions. The active pills are monophasic, meaning they contain the same amount of hormones throughout the entire pack. Side effects include irregular vaginal bleeding and mood changes.
Indications for Nextstellis
- To prevent pregnancy
Pros and Cons for Nextstellis
Pros
- First birth control pill containing estetrol (a different type of estrogen than ethinyl estradiol)
- Few people had breakthrough bleeding during studies
Cons
- Must take every day around the same time to work well
- No lower-cost generic available; brand name only
Common Side Effects for Nextstellis
- Mood changes or mood swings (11%)
- Irregular vaginal bleeding (10%)
- Breast symptoms, like changes in color or size, breast pain, or swelling (5%)
- Headache (5%)
Warnings for Nextstellis
- Cigarette smoking and risk for blood clots
- Blood clots and other complications
- High potassium levels in the blood
- High blood pressure
- Stop taking if you have a migraine
- Risk for breast and cervical cancer
- Liver or gallbladder problems
- High blood sugar
- High cholesterol levels
- Possible need for changes to thyroid hormone replacement therapy
- Irregular bleeding
- Depression
- Worsening of other health conditions
Summary for Lo Loestrin Fe
Lo Loestrin Fe is a prescription birth control pill used to help prevent pregnancy. It contains two hormones — ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen) and norethindrone (a progestin) — along with ferrous fumarate, which is an iron supplement. This low-dose combined oral contraceptive (COC) is taken once a day by mouth in a 28-day cycle: 26 days of active pills and 2 days of placebo pills. Some common side effects include spotting, nausea, and breast tenderness.
Indications for Lo Loestrin Fe
- To prevent pregnancy
Pros and Cons for Lo Loestrin Fe
Pros
- Contains a very low estrogen dose
- Shorter, lighter periods compared to other birth control pills
- Placebo pills have an iron supplement, which might reduce the risk of anemia
Cons
- Must be taken at the same time every day
- More breakthrough bleeding or spotting compared to other birth control pills
- Can raise risk of heart attacks, blood clots, and stroke
Common Side Effects for Lo Loestrin Fe
- Nausea or vomiting (7%)
- Headache (7%)
- Irregular bleeding (5%)
- Menstrual cramps (4%)
- Changes in weight (4%)
- Breast tenderness (4%)
Warnings for Lo Loestrin Fe
- Cigarette smoking and risk for blood clots
- Blood clots and strokes
- Liver problems
- High blood pressure
- High blood sugar and triglycerides
- Headache
- Irregular bleeding
- Depression
- Risk for breast and cervical cancer
- Worsening of other health conditions
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