II. Preparations (Norethindrone / Ethinyl Estradiol)
- Ortho Novum 1/35, Norinyl 1/35, Nortrel 1/35, Necon, Dasetta or Alyacen
- Norimin (UK)
III. Components
- Norethindrone 1.0 mg (see preparations above)
- Ethinyl Estradiol 35 ug
IV. Effect
- Relative Progestational Activity: 1.0 (moderate)
- Estrogenic Activity: 38 (high)
- Androgenic Activity: 0.34 (moderate)
V. Pill associated problems
- Indications to switch to Ortho Cyclen
- Acne Vulgaris (lower androgen)
- Increased Appetite (lower Progestin)
- Major Depression provoked (lower Progestin)
- Indications to switch to Lo/Ovral
- Indications to switch to Ortho Novum 7/7/7
- Indications to switch to Demulen 1/35
- Break-through bleed days 10-21 (more Progestin)
- Heavy Menses (more Progestin or less Estrogen)
- Dysmenorrhea or Menstrual Cramps (more Progestin)
VI. References
- Cerel-Suhl (1999) Am Fam Physician 60(7):2073 [PubMed]
- Speroff (1993) Obstet Gynecol 81:1034-47 [PubMed]
- Dickey (1998) Managing Contraceptive Pill Patients
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