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    • NORETHINDRON-ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Generic for FEMHRT)

    • QTY 21
    • 1MG-20MCG
    • Tablet
    • Near  New York

NORETHINDRONE ACETATE; ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (nor eth IN drone AS e tate; ETH in il es tra DYE ole) prevents ovulation and pregnancy. It belongs to a group of medications called oral contraceptives. It is a combination of the hormones estrogen and progestin.


NORETHINDRON-ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Generic for FEMHRT) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Guaifenesin 600mg, Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 60mg, Oral tablet, extended release

    Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: Limit caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Pseudoephedrine. Also avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Pseudoephedrine may get worse if you take excessive Caffeine. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, tremor, or other side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants.

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