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Ogestrel is used for:
Preventing pregnancy. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Ogestrel is a combination birth control pill. It works by preventing ovulation, altering the cervical mucus, and changing the lining of the uterus.
Do NOT use Ogestrel if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Ogestrel
- you have a history of blood clotting problems; heart disease; irregular heartbeat due to clotting problems; blood vessel problems (eg, blood flow problems in the brain or heart, stroke); chest pain (eg, heart attack, angina); certain types of headaches or migraines; uncontrolled high blood pressure; diabetes that affects circulation; breast cancer; endometrial, cervical, or vaginal cancer; estrogen-dependent growths; undiagnosed vaginal bleeding; yellowing of the eyes or skin due to pregnancy or prior birth control use; or liver disease or tumors
- you know or suspect that you are pregnant
- you have had surgery and are confined to a bed or a chair for an extended period of time
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Ogestrel :
Use Ogestrel as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Ogestrel by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- Begin taking Ogestrel on the first Sunday following the start of your period, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. If your period begins on a Sunday, begin taking Ogestrel on that day. Try to take Ogestrel at the same time every day, not more than 24 hours apart. After taking the last pill in the pack, start taking the first pill from a new pack the very next day.
- Ogestrel works best if it is taken at the same time each day. Do not skip doses.
- If you miss 1 dose of Ogestrel , take it as soon as you remember. Take your next dose at the regular time. This means you may take 2 doses on the same day. If you miss more than 1 dose of Ogestrel , read the extra patient information leaflet that comes with Ogestrel or contact your doctor for instructions. If you miss 1 or more doses of Ogestrel , you must use a backup form of birth control for 7 days after you start to take it again. If you are not sure about how to handle miss doses, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms) and talk with your doctor.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ogestrel .
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