Generic Name - Norethindrone acetate
Category - Skeletal muscle relaxant
Indications
Muscular conditions
Generic Ortho Micronor is a combination of hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Norgestrel (Generic Ortho Micronor) contains a form of estrogen and a form of progesterone, which are both female hormones involved in conception. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.
Generic for Ortho micronor Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Ortho Micronor is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Ovrette should not be taken by patients who have history of following ailment condition
Known or suspected carcinoma of the breast
Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
Benign or malignant liver tumors
Acute liver disease
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Ortho Micronor . It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following
Rifampin
Aprepitant
Barbiturate
Bosentan
Carbamazepine
Modafinil
Phenytoin
Topiramate
Generic for Ortho micronor Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericOrtho Micronor
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Ortho Micronor for Amenorrhea is 2.5 to 10 milligrams a day taken for 5 to 10 days during the second half of a 28-day cycle. Your period should start 3 to 7 days after you stop taking Ortho Micronor.
Generic for Ortho micronor Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Ortho Micronor side Effects include breast tenderness or discharge, numbness or pain in the arm or leg, pain in the chest, groin or leg, severe headache, stomach pain and sudden shortness of breath.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Ortho Micronor.
Generic for Ortho micronor and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Ortho Micronor during pregnancy can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can have serious negative effects on a developing baby. Do not take birth control pills if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.
Generic for Ortho micronor and Breastfeeding
Generic Ortho Micronor passes into breast milk and can change the content or lower the amount of breast milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Ortho micronor and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Ortho Micronor in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Ortho micronor and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Ortho Micronor in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Ortho Micronor serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy. |
