Ortho-Cept
Active Ingredient(s): Ethinyl Estradiol + DesogestrelFDA Approved: * December 14, 1992
Pharm Company: * ORTHO MCNEIL PHARM
Category: Birth Control / Contraceptive
Desogestrel is a progestin medication which is used in birth control pills for women.[1][12] It is also used in the treatment of menopausal symptoms in women.[1] The medication is available and used alone or in combination with an estrogen.[1][12] It is taken by mouth.[1] Side effects of desogestrel include menstrual irregularities, headaches, nausea, breast tenderness, mood changes, acne, increase... [wikipedia]
* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.2 Discussions
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