Precautions and Warnings With Reclipsen

Prior to using Reclipsen, it is important to understand the potential risks associated with this form of birth control pill. You should talk to your healthcare provider (before using Reclipsen) if you have certain medical conditions, such as depression or diabetes, as Reclipsen can make these conditions worse. Other precautions and warnings with Reclipsen include potential drug interactions and allergic reactions.

 

Reclipsen: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Reclipsen™ (desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol) is a prescription birth control pill and is a generic version of Desogen®. You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to using Reclipsen if you have:
 
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:
 
  • Have an upcoming surgery
  • Smoke cigarettes
  • Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
  • Are breastfeeding.
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Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medication you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
 
(Reclipsen is equivalent to Desogen®, Ortho-Cept®, Apri®, and Solia™ birth control pills. The information in this article also applies to each of these medications.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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