Ethinyl Estradiol And Levonorgestrel (EC): What Should I Avoid While Taking Ethinyl Estradiol And Levonorgestrel Ec


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What should I avoid while taking ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel (EC)?


Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel (EC) does not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases--including HIV and AIDS.

smoking Avoid smoking. Smoking increases your risk of developing a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot while taking ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel (EC).


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Last updated: June 28, 2006

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