Etonogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol (Vaginal)
Brand Names : NuvaRing
Side Effects of This MedicineThe risk of serious adverse effects is unlikely
for most women using the etonogestrel and ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring..
However, oral combination hormonal contraceptives have been associated with
unwanted effects which may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor
immediately
if any of the following side effects occur:
Incidence not determined
abdominal fullness; abdominal pain or
tenderness usually after eating a meal; blurred vision; changes in skin color; chest pain or discomfort; confusion; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; gaseous abdominal pain; headache; inability to speak; nausea; nervousness; numbness of hands; pain or discomfort in arms, jaw,
back or neck; pain; pains
in chest, groin, or legs, especially calves of legs; pounding in the ears; prominent superficial veins
over affected area with tenderness and warmth; recurrent
fever; seizures; severe
headaches of sudden onset; shortness of breath; slow or fast heartbeat; sudden loss
of coordination; sudden onset of slurred speech; sudden vision changes; sudden and severe
weakness in arm and/or leg on one side ; sweating; swelling; swelling of
foot or leg on one side of the body; temporary blindness; vomiting or vomiting of blood; yellow eyes or skin
Symptoms of Overdose
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following
symptoms of overdose occur
Other
side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side
effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine.
However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue
or are bothersome.
Incidence not determined
absent, missed, or irregular menstrual periods; bloody vaginal discharge; brown, blotchy
spots on exposed skin; chills; clay-colored stools; contact lenses intolerance; dark urine; decreased amount or quality
of milk; dry mouth; dry
skin; fatigue; flushed; fruit-like or unpleasant breath odor; increased hunger; increased thirst; increased urination; loss of appetite; medium to heavy, irregular vaginal bleeding between
regular monthly periods, which may require the use of a pad or a tampon; rash; soreness, swelling, or discharge
from the breast or breasts; trouble getting pregnant; unexplained weight loss; unusual tiredness or weakness
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in
some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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