Norinyl Birth Control Pills

• Norinyl

Norinyl is a combined oral contraceptive that is available only by prescription. This eMedTV Web article explains how this form of birth control works, offers tips on when and how to take Norinyl, and lists possible side effects of this contraceptive.

• Norinyl Side Effects

Potential Norinyl side effects include headaches, nausea, and breast tenderness. This eMedTV page explains that although most side effects of Norinyl are merely bothersome, some (such as chest pain or depression) may require immediate medical care.

• Norinyl Uses

Norinyl is primarily used for birth control in women of reproductive age. This page from the eMedTV archives describes how this form of birth control works, outlines several benefits of this pill, and also lists possible off-label Norinyl uses.

• Norinyl Dosage

You must take your Norinyl dosage every day, at the same time each day, to reduce the risk of pregnancy. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at Norinyl dosing guidelines, including detailed information on what to do if you miss any Norinyl doses.

• Norinyl Drug Interactions

Some medicines (such as barbiturates and some antibiotics) can decrease the effectiveness of Norinyl. This eMedTV page lists the medicines that can cause Norinyl drug interactions and explains how these interactions can increase the risk of pregnancy.

• Norinyl Warnings and Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have depression, diabetes, or certain other health problems before using Norinyl. This eMedTV Web page lists other Norinyl warnings and precautions, including information on who should not use this form of birth control.

• Norinyl Overdose

If you take too much Norinyl, overdose symptoms may include vomiting, nausea, and vaginal bleeding. This eMedTV page further explains the effects of a Norinyl overdose and covers why you should seek immediate medical care in the case of an overdose.

• Norinyl and Pregnancy

If you are using Norinyl and pregnancy occurs, you should immediately stop taking the pill. However, as this eMedTV page explains, it will probably not cause any problems if you accidentally take Norinyl before realizing you are pregnant.

• Norinyl and Breastfeeding

Women are typically advised to avoid taking Norinyl and other combined contraceptives while breastfeeding. This eMedTV article provides more information on Norinyl and breastfeeding, and explains why progestin-only pills may be a better choice.