Norethindrone
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What is the most important information I should know about norethindrone?
| Pronunciation: | nor eth IN drone |
| Brand: | Aygestin, Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Nor-QD, Nora-Be, Ortho Micronor |
 | This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. |
 | Do not use this medication if you have any of the following conditions: a history of stroke or blood clot, circulation problems, breast cancer, abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease, or if you have recently had an incomplete miscarriage or abortion. |
You may need to use back-up birth control, such as condoms or a spermicide, when you first start using this medication. Follow your doctor's instructions.
 | Taking hormones can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack, especially if you smoke and are older than 35. |
Norethindrone does not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases--including HIV and AIDS. Using a condom is the only way to help protect yourself from these diseases.
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| Last updated: | May 28, 2008 |
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