Microgestin
® (norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol) is a prescription oral contraceptive (commonly known as a birth control pill). The drug is a generic version of the birth control pill
Loestrin®.
Junel™ (made by Barr Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) is the other generic version of Loestrin.
As with any medicine, side effects are possible with Microgestin. However, not everyone who uses the contraceptive will experience side effects. In fact, most women tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
- Breakthrough bleeding or spotting between periods
- Acne
- Nausea (with or without vomiting)
- Breast tenderness
- Headaches.
(Click Side Effects of Microgestin to learn more, including potentially serious side effects that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)