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General Medication Fact Sheet for Nordette
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Nordette |
| Generic Name | Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol |
| Purpose | Oral contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy. |
| Mechanism of Action | Prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the uterine lining. |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 0.15 mg levonorgestrel and 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol |
| Dosage Frequency | Once daily for 21 days, followed by 7 days of placebo tablets. |
| Common Side Effects | Nausea, headache, breast tenderness, mood changes, weight changes. |
| Serious Side Effects | Blood clots, stroke, heart attack, liver problems, high blood pressure. |
| Drug Interactions | Certain antibiotics (e.g., rifampin), anticonvulsants, St. John’s Wort, HIV protease inhibitors. |
| Important Notes | Smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially in women over 35. Consult with your healthcare provider if you have a history of blood clots, heart problems, or liver disease. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. |
| Missed Dose | Take the missed pill as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two pills in one day. Use backup contraception for 7 days if you miss 2 or more pills. |
| Alternatives | Alesse, Aviane, Loestrin, Yaz |
Nordette Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alesse (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol) | Prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the uterine lining. | Similar hormonal composition to Nordette. |
| Aviane (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol) | Prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the uterine lining. | Another low-dose combination oral contraceptive. |
| Loestrin (norethindrone acetate/ethinyl estradiol) | Prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the uterine lining. | Contains a different progestin (norethindrone acetate). |
| Yaz (drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol) | Prevents ovulation, thickens cervical mucus, and alters the uterine lining. | Contains drospirenone, a progestin with anti-androgenic properties. |
Nordette Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Nausea | Blood clots (DVT, PE) |
| Headache | Stroke |
| Breast tenderness | Heart attack |
| Mood changes | Liver problems (e.g., liver tumors) |
| Weight changes | High blood pressure |
| Spotting between periods | Gallbladder disease |
Nordette Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contraception | One tablet | One tablet daily for 21 days, followed by 7 days of placebo tablets | Start on the first day of your period or as directed by your healthcare provider. Take at the same time each day. |
Nordette Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $30 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $30 – $70 |
| From CPS | $27.92 |
