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ETHINYL ESTRADIOL; LEVONORGESTREL is an oral contraceptive (birth control pill). This medicine combines two types of female hormones, an estrogen and a progestin. It is used to prevent ovulation and pregnancy. This product also has levomefolate (lee voe ME FOE late), a B vitamin supplement that provides folic acid. Compare folate analogues.

Prescription Settings

What is Falessa?

Falessa discount prices start at just $99.76!

What should I tell my doctor?TOP

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

abnormal vaginal bleeding
adrenal gland disease
blood vessel disease or blood clots
breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, liver, or uterine cancer
cigarette smoker
diabetes
gallbladder disease
heart disease or recent heart attack
high blood pressure
high cholesterol
history of stroke
kidney disease
liver disease
lupus
migraine headaches
thyroid disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to estrogens, progestins, folates, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding

How should I use this drug?TOP

Take this medicine by mouth. To reduce nausea, this medicine may be taken with food. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine at the same time each day and in the order directed on the package. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

A patient package insert for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. This medicine has been used in female children who have started having menstrual periods.

What if I miss a dose?TOP

If you miss a dose, refer to the patient information sheet you received with your medicine for direction. If you miss more than one pill, this medicine may not be as effective and you may need to use another form of birth control.

Where should I store this drug?TOP

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Other Conditions

Anemia

Folate Deficiency

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