MedDataToolCamrese Lo
Generic: Levonorgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol And Ethinyl Estradiol
Combination oral contraceptive✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Camrese Lo is a medication used by women to prevent pregnancy. It works by stopping the ovaries from releasing eggs and also changes the lining of the uterus to make it less likely for a fertilized egg to attach. You take it as a tablet, one each day for 91 days—84 orange tablets followed by 7 yellow tablets. It's important to know that if you smoke and are over 35, you should not use this medication due to an increased risk of serious health issues. Additionally, if you are taking certain hepatitis C medications that include ombitasvir, paritaprevir, or ritonavir, you should not use Camrese Lo.
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Uses
- Prevent pregnancy.
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Dosage
Take one tablet daily by mouth at the same time for 91 days.
Start on the first Sunday after your period begins.
Take one orange tablet daily for 84 days, then one yellow tablet for 7 days.
Use a non-hormonal backup method until you have taken an orange tablet for 7 days.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
headachesirregular or heavy bleedingnauseavomitingback paincardiovascular events
Serious
strokeliver disease
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Do not use if you smoke and are over 35 years old.
- Increased risk of serious cardiovascular events with smoking.
- Use caution if switching from another contraceptive method.
- Use additional contraception after abortion or childbirth until 7 orange tablets are taken.
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Drug interactions
- CYP3A4 inducersmay decrease effectivenessCaution
- Colesevelamdecreases exposure to ethinyl estradiolCaution
- John's wortmay reduce contraceptive effectivenessCaution
- HIV protease inhibitorsmay decrease effectivenessCaution
- Thyroid hormonemay require dose adjustment.Caution
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Medical Disclaimer: This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before taking any medication.
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).