Seasonale
SEASONALE® is the only FDA-approved birth control pill that lets you have just 4 periods a year.
You take active pills every day for three months instead of every day for three weeks. And, leading
women's healthcare experts agree you don't need a monthly period when you're on the Pill because you're
not ovulating. Prescription SEASONALE® is the same kind of trusted hormones as many other birth
control pills. SEASONALE® has the same reliable effectiveness (99%) as other birth control pills,
when taken as directed. Plus, you get just 4 periods a year.
The following information is intended to supplement,
not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that
use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Please consult your
healthcare professional before using this or any other prescription or
non-prescription medication.
About Seasonale
Seasonale Directions
Follow the directions for using Seasonale provided by your doctor. Seasonale COMES with a patient information
leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have before
using Seasonale. BEGIN TAKING Seasonale on the first Sunday following the start of your period, unless
otherwise directed by your doctor. If your period begins on a Sunday, begin taking Seasonale on that day.
TRY TO TAKE Seasonale at the same time every day, not more than 24 hours apart. After taking the last pill
in the pack, start taking the first pill from a new pack the very next day. STORE Seasonale at room
temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), away from heat and light. For Seasonale
to be effective it must be taken every day. Do not skip doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Seasonale, take it
as soon as you remember. Take your next dose at the regular time. This means you may take 2 doses on the
same day. IF YOU MISS 2 active pills in a row, take 2 pills on the day you remember, and 2 pills the next
day. Then return to your regular dosing schedule. You must use another form of birth control as a back-up
(such as condoms or spermicides) for 7 days if you miss 2 pills in a row. If you miss 3 or more active
pills in a row, leave the missed pills in the pack. Keep taking 1 pill every day until you have completed
the pack. You must use another form of birth control as a back-up for 7 days. If you miss taking any of
the inactive pills, throw them away. Finish the rest of the pills in the pack on schedule. You do not need
a back-up method of birth control if you miss any of the inactive pills. If you have any questions, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.<
Seasonale Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, vomiting, bleeding
between menstrual periods, vaginal discomfort or irritation, increased vaginal discharge,
breast tenderness, or weight change. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience persistent or recurrent abnormal
vaginal bleeding, dark patches on the skin or face, swelling of fingers or ankles, mental or mood
changes such as depression, headache, or difficulty wearing contact lenses. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience calf/leg pain or swelling, trouble breathing or shortness of breath,
chest pain, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, confusion, lumps in the breast, sudden severe
headache, dizziness or fainting, sharp or crushing chest pain, sudden shortness of breath,
coughing up blood, dark urine, yellowing skin or eyes, changes in vision, numbness of an arm
or leg, or severe stomach pain. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to Seasonale is unlikely, but seek
immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash,
itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Seasonale Precautions
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, vomiting, bleeding
between menstrual periods, vaginal discomfort or irritation, increased vaginal discharge,
breast tenderness, or weight change. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience persistent or recurrent abnormal
vaginal bleeding, dark patches on the skin or face, swelling of fingers or ankles, mental or mood
changes such as depression, headache, or difficulty wearing contact lenses. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience calf/leg pain or swelling, trouble breathing or shortness of breath,
chest pain, one-sided weakness, slurred speech, confusion, lumps in the breast, sudden severe
headache, dizziness or fainting, sharp or crushing chest pain, sudden shortness of breath,
coughing up blood, dark urine, yellowing skin or eyes, changes in vision, numbness of an arm
or leg, or severe stomach pain. AN ALLERGIC REACTION to Seasonale is unlikely, but seek
immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash,
itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions with Seasonale
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription
medication you may use, especially: anti-seizure medicine (e.g.,
carbamazepine, felbamate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, topiramate),
certain antibiotics (e.g., ampicillin, erythromycin), HIV protease
inhibitors (e.g., indinavir, ritonavir), phenylbutazone, griseofulvin,
atorvastatin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole),
rifampin, St John's wort, cyclosporine, temazepam, prednisolone, morphine,
theophylline, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), acetaminophen, aspirin, clofibric
acid, modafinil, troglitazone. This product can affect the results of
certain lab tests (e.g., blood tests such as glucose, clotting factors,
or thyroid). Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you
use Seasonale. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
Seasonale Notes
Seasonale DOES NOT protect you against sexually trasmittable diseases. If in
doubt, use a condome. Do not share Seasonale with others. Keep all appointments
with your doctor and when having laboratory tests performed. You should
have a complete physical exam including blood pressure, breast exams,
pelvic exams, and PAP smears at least once a year.
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