Nor-QD Oral

In Depth

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
severe dizziness
trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Nor-QD Oral Precautions

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to norethindrone; or to other progestins (e.g., norgestrel); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this product, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:

abnormal breast exam
breast cancer
liver problems (e.g., liver tumor, active liver disease)
current or suspected pregnancy
unexplained vaginal bleeding

Before you take this medication, tell your doctor your entire medical history, including family medical history, especially of:

stroke or other blood clots (e.g., in the legs, eyes, lungs)
high blood pressure
low levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL)
diabetes
heart disease (e.g., heart attack, chest pain)
history of yellowing eyes/skin (jaundice) during pregnancy or while using birth control pills
migraine headaches
obesity
long period of sitting or lying down (e.g., immobility such as being bedridden)

Smoking cigarettes/using tobacco while using hormonal birth control (pill/patch/ring) increases your risk of heart problems and stroke. Do not smoke. The risk of heart problems increases with age (especially in women over 35) and with frequent smoking (15 or more cigarettes a day).

Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication.

Norethindrone should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.

This drug passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effect on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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