Norinyl Warnings and Precautions

There are many Norinyl warnings and precautions to be aware of before starting this form of birth control. Tell your healthcare provider if you have certain health conditions (such as depression, high blood pressure, or gallbladder disease), as Norinyl can make some of these conditions worse. Warnings and precautions with Norinyl also include potential drug interactions and an increased risk of blood clots, heart attacks, or strokes.

Norinyl Birth Control Pills

Norinyl: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider before taking Norinyl^® if you have:

Had a blood clot or a clotting disorder
Chest pain
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Heart disease
Had a heart attack or stroke
High cholesterol
Gallbladder disease
Depression
Liver disease, such as liver failure, cirrhosis, or hepatitis
Cancer (or if you have had cancer in the past)
Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
Had yellowing of the whites of the eyes or skin (jaundice) during a prior pregnancy or oral contraceptive use
Diabetes
Any allergies, including allergies to dyes, foods, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Smoke cigarettes
Have an upcoming surgery
Are over 35 years old
Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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