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The etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring ( ee-tone-oh-JESS-trel and ETH-in-ill-ess-tra-DYE-ole) is a flexible combination contraceptive vaginal ring. Ethinyl estradiol is a kind of estrogen (ES-troh-jen) and etonogestrel is a kind of progesterone (proe-JES-ter-one). These are both female hormones used for contraception. The etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring releases these hormones and is used to prevent pregnancy.
Etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring will not protect a woman from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) . The use of latex (rubber) condoms or abstinence (not having intercourse) is recommended for protection from these diseases.
Etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring is available only from your doctor or other authorized health care professional in the following form:
In deciding whether to use the combined contraceptive vaginal ring as a method of birth control, you need to consider the risks of using it as well as the good it can do. This is a decision you, your sexual partner, and your health care professional will make. For etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring the following should be considered:
Allergies—Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to etonogestrel, ethinyl estradiol, estrogens or progesterones. Also tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes.
Pregnancy—Etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring use is not recommended during pregnancy or if you think you are pregnant. Before using this contraceptive ring be sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you may become pregnant.
Breast-feeding—The hormones contained in this contraceptive ring have been shown to cause unwanted effects in the nursing baby when they were administered orally to the nursing mother. It may be necessary for you to use another form of contraception or to stop breast-feeding while you are using this contraceptive ring. Be sure you have discussed the risks and benefits of using this contraceptive ring with your doctor.
Children—Studies with this contraceptive ring have been done only in adult patients, and it is not expected to cause different side effects in children than it does in adults. The etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring is not intended for use in children or adolescents who have not yet started menstruating.
Older adults—Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known if this works the same way in younger adults as it does in older adults. There is no specific information comparing the use of etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring in the elderly with use in other age groups. The etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring is not intended for use in women older than child-bearing age.
Other medicines—Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Be sure to tell your health care professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine. When you are using the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring, it is especially important that your doctor and pharmacist know if you are taking any of the following:
Dosing—
This etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring comes with patient information. You must understand this information. You should keep a copy for reference. Be sure you understand possible problems with the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring , especially side effects, risks, and signs of a serious problem.
It is important to know how and when to insert, remove, or replace etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring. If you have any questions about this ask your doctor. It is very important to follow the instructions on when to insert and remove your etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring.
Pregnancy must be ruled out if there is a problem or change in your regimen. It is important to use additional methods of contraception if there was a problem or change in the regimen. Back-up contraception must be used until the ring has been in place for seven days.
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The ring must be inserted on the appropriate day and left in place for three weeks. This means that the ring is removed three weeks later on the same day of the week it was inserted and at about the same time. |
Missed dose—
If the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring has slipped out of the vagina and it has been out less than three hours, you should still be protected from pregnancy. If the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring has been out of the vagina for more than three hours you may not adequately be protected from pregnancy, and you must use an extra method of birth control until the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring has been in place for seven days in a row.
For additional information changes or problems with your regimen consult your patient information leaflet or ask your doctor.
Storage—
To store this medicine:
It is very important that your doctor check you at regular annual visits. Your doctor may want to see you more often than once a year.
It is very important that you tell your doctor if you think that you might be pregnant or if you miss a period.
This product does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases.
The risk of serious adverse effects is unlikely for most women using the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring.. However, oral combination hormonal contraceptives have been associated with unwanted effects which may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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