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    Larin fe 1/20

    Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate (ETH in il es tra DYE ole, nor eth IN drone, & FER uhs FYOO mar rate)
    Brand Name: Blisovi 24 Fe, Blisovi Fe 1.5/30, Blisovi Fe 1/20, Estrostep Fe, Gildess 24 Fe, ...show all 25 brand names.
    Easy-to-read patient leaflet for Larin Fe 1/20. Includes indications, proper use, special instructions, precautions, and possible side effects.

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    For all patients taking Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl Estradiol, norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate): Children: This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl Estradiol, norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate). Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl Estradiol, norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. Learn more

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    Larin Fe 1/20

    Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol, Norethindrone, and Ferrous Fumarate (ETH in il es tra DYE ole, nor eth IN drone, & FER uhs FYOO mar rate)
    Brand Name: Blisovi 24 Fe, Blisovi Fe 1.5/30, Blisovi Fe 1/20, Estrostep Fe, Gildess 24 Fe, ...show all 25 brand names.
    Uses of Larin Fe 1/20:
    • It is used to prevent pregnancy.
    • It is used to treat pimples (acne).
    • It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

    What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Larin Fe 1/20?

    For all patients taking Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate):

    • If you have an allergy to ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, or any other part of Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate).
    • If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
    • If you have had any of these health problems: Blood clots, blood clotting problem, breast cancer or other cancer where hormones make it grow, diseased blood vessels in the brain or heart, disease of a heart valve with problems, heart disease, chest pain caused by angina, heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure, liver disease, liver tumor, very bad headache or migraine, or diabetes that affects blood flow.
    • If you have had any of these health problems: Endometrial cancer, cancer of the cervix or vagina, or vaginal bleeding where the cause is not known.
    • If you are taking ombitasvir, paritaprevir, and ritonavir (with or without dasabuvir).
    • If you are pregnant or may be pregnant. Do not take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) if you are pregnant.
    • If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed.
    • If you turned yellow during pregnancy or with estrogen-based or hormone contraceptive use.

    Children:

    • If your child has not had her first period.

    This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate).

    Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

    What are some things I need to know or do while I take Larin Fe 1/20?

    • Tell all of your health care providers that you take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. This medicine may need to be stopped before certain types of surgery as your doctor has told you. If Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) is stopped, your doctor will tell you when to start taking Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) again after your surgery or procedure.
    • This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots, a stroke, or a heart attack. Talk with the doctor.
    • Talk with your doctor if you will need to be still for long periods of time like long trips, bedrest after surgery, or illness. Not moving for long periods may raise your chance of blood clots.
    • Some studies have shown the risk of breast cancer is raised in women taking birth control pills, especially at a younger age. The risk was also linked to how long the birth control pills were taken. One study showed the risk was also raised in women who took birth control pills within the past 10 years.
    • If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), talk with your doctor. This medicine may raise blood sugar.
    • Check your blood sugar as you have been told by your doctor.
    • High blood pressure has happened with drugs like this one. Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your doctor.
    • Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
    • Be sure to have regular breast exams and gynecology check-ups. You will also need to do breast self-exams as you have been told.
    • If you are allergic to tartrazine, talk with your doctor. Some products have tartrazine.
    • If you drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit often, talk with your doctor.
    • This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate).
    • Certain drugs, herbal products, or health problems could cause Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) to not work as well. Be sure your doctor knows about all of your drugs and health problems.
    • This medicine does not stop the spread of diseases like HIV or hepatitis that are passed through having sex. Do not have any kind of sex without using a latex or polyurethane condom. If you have questions, talk with your doctor.
    • This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots. The chance is highest during the first year of using Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate). The chance is also highest when starting to use hormone-based birth control again after not using it for 4 weeks or more. Talk with the doctor.
    • If you are taking Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) for pimples (acne), you need to be at least 15 years of age.
    • If you have any signs of pregnancy or if you have a positive pregnancy test, call your doctor right away.

    How is this medicine (Larin Fe 1/20) best taken?

    Use Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

    • Take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) at the same time of day.
    • Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
    • If you also take colesevelam, take it at least 4 hours before or after you take Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate).
    • Do not skip doses, even if you do not have sex very often.
    • If you throw up or have diarrhea, Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) may not work as well to prevent pregnancy. Use an extra form of birth control, like condoms, until you check with your doctor.
    • If you miss 2 periods in a row, take a pregnancy test before starting a new cycle.

    What do I do if I miss a dose?

    • If a dose is missed, check the package insert or call the doctor to find out what to do. If using Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate) to prevent pregnancy, another form of birth control may need to be used for some time to prevent pregnancy.

    What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

    WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

    • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
    • Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.
    • Signs of high blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight.
    • Signs of gallbladder problems like pain in the upper right belly area, right shoulder area, or between the shoulder blades; yellow skin or eyes; fever with chills; bloating; or very upset stomach or throwing up.
    • Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight.
    • Depression or other mood changes.
    • Swelling.
    • A lump in the breast, breast pain or soreness, or nipple discharge.
    • Vaginal itching or discharge.
    • Eyesight changes or loss, bulging eyes, or change in how contact lenses feel.
    • Spotting or vaginal bleeding that is very bad or does not go away.
    • Call your doctor right away if you have signs of a blood clot like chest pain or pressure; coughing up blood; shortness of breath; swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm; or trouble speaking or swallowing.

    What are some other side effects of Larin Fe 1/20?

    All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

    • Feeling more or less hungry.
    • Dizziness.
    • Weight gain or loss.
    • Headache.
    • Upset stomach or throwing up.
    • Stomach cramps.
    • Bloating.
    • Enlarged breasts.
    • Tender breasts.
    • This medicine may cause dark patches of skin on your face. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun.
    • Period (menstrual) changes. These include lots of bleeding, spotting, or bleeding between cycles.

    These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

    You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

    If OVERDOSE is suspected:

    If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

    How do I store and/or throw out Larin Fe 1/20?

    • Store at room temperature.
    • Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
    • Protect from light.
    • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
    • Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.

    Consumer information use

    • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
    • Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
    • Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.
    • Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.
    • Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Larin Fe 1/20 (ethinyl estradiol, norethindrone, and ferrous fumarate), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
    • If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

    Further information

    Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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    Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.

    Source: Drugs.com Larin Fe 1/20 (www.drugs.com/cdi/larin-fe-1-20.html).

    Larin fe 1/20 Side Effects

    Larin Fe 1 / 20 Side Effects

    Note: This document contains side effect information about ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Larin Fe 1 / 20.

    For the Consumer

    Applies to ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone: oral capsule liquid filled, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable

    Other dosage forms:

    • oral tablet, oral tablet chewable

    Warning

    Oral route (Tablet)

    Junel®, Loestrin®, Microgestin®, Tri-Legest®: Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects from oral contraceptive use. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day) and is quite marked in women over 35 years of age. Women who use oral contraceptives should be strongly advised not to smoke.Femhrt®: Estrogen alone or with a progestin should not be used for the prevention of cardiovascular disease or dementia. Increased risks of stroke, DVT, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, and invasive breast cancer have been reported with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Increased risks of stroke and DVT have been reported with estrogen-alone therapy, along with increased risk for endometrial cancer in a woman with a uterus who uses unopposed estrogens. An increased risk of probable dementia in postmenopausal women aged 65 and older has been reported with estrogen alone and with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Risks should be assumed to be similar for other doses, combinations, and dosage forms of estrogens and progestins. Estrogens with or without progestins should be prescribed at the lowest effective doses and for the shortest duration possible.

    Along with its needed effects, ethinyl estradiol/norethindrone may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

    Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone:

    Incidence not known

    • Absent, missed, or irregular menstrual periods
    • anxiety
    • change in vision
    • changes in skin color
    • chest pain or discomfort
    • chills
    • clay-colored stools
    • constipation
    • cough
    • dark urine
    • diarrhea
    • dizziness or lightheadedness
    • fainting
    • fast heartbeat
    • fever
    • headache
    • hives or welts
    • itching skin
    • large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
    • loss of appetite
    • medium to heavy, irregular vaginal bleeding between regular monthly periods, which may require the use of a pad or a tampon
    • nausea
    • pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
    • pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
    • pains in the chest, groin, or legs, especially in the calves of the legs
    • pounding in the ears
    • rash
    • redness of the skin
    • severe headaches of sudden onset
    • slow or fast heartbeat
    • stomach pain
    • sudden loss of coordination or slurred speech
    • sweating
    • troubled breathing
    • unusual tiredness or weakness
    • vomiting
    • vomiting of blood

    Some side effects of ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

    Incidence not known

    • Bloating
    • blotchy spots on the exposed skin
    • breast enlargement or tenderness
    • discouragement
    • feeling sad or empty
    • irritability
    • itching of the vagina or outside genitals
    • loss of interest or pleasure
    • pain during sexual intercourse
    • stomach cramps
    • thick, white curd-like vaginal discharge without odor or with mild odor
    • tiredness
    • trouble concentrating
    • trouble sleeping
    • trouble wearing contact lenses

    For Healthcare Professionals

    Applies to ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone: oral capsule, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable

    General

    The most frequently reported side effects were headache, vaginal candidiasis, nausea, menstrual cramps, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, mood changes, bacterial vaginitis, acne, irregular uterine bleeding, and weight gain.

    Genitourinary

    Common (1% to 10%): Vaginal candidiasis, menstrual cramps, breast tenderness, bacterial vaginitis, abnormal/irregular bleeding, metrorrhagia, irregular menstruation, menorrhagia, vaginal hemorrhage, breast pain, dysmenorrhea, vaginal hemorrhage, dysfunctional uterine bleeding

    Frequency not reported: Ovarian vein thrombosis, vaginitis, amenorrhea, breakthrough bleeding, breast enlargement, breast secretion, cervical erosion changed, cervical secretion, menstrual flow changed, diminution in lactation, spotting, temporary infertility after discontinuation of treatment, premenstrual syndrome, uterine fibroid disease exacerbated

    Postmarketing reports: Vaginal infection, pollakiuria, dysuria, ovarian cyst, pelvic pain, ovarian cyst rupture, pelvic fluid collection, nipple pain, nipple discharge, galactorrhea, fibrocystic breast change, breast disorder, breast mass, uterine leiomyomata size increased, cervical ectropion changed, endometrial hyperplasia, ovarian cyst, uterine enlargement

    Cardiovascular

    Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Blood pressure increased

    Frequency not reported: Deep vein thrombosis, myocardial infarction, hypertension, arterial thromboembolism, thrombophlebitis

    Postmarketing reports: Coronary artery thrombosis, palpitation, tachycardia, angina pectoris, hot flush, heart rate irregular

    Gastrointestinal

    Common (1% to 10%): Nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain

    Frequency not reported: Abdominal cramps, bloating, colitis, dyspepsia, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, mesenteric thrombosis

    Postmarketing reports: Constipation, pancreatitis

    Nervous system

    Common (1% to 10%): Headache

    Frequency not reported: Migraine, dizziness, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral thrombosis

    Postmarketing reports: Loss of consciousness, hyperesthesia, paresthesia, hypoesthesia, somnolence, sensory disturbance, transient ischemic attack, ischemic stroke, chorea, epilepsy exacerbated, dementia, hemiparesis

    Oncologic

    Frequency not reported: Hepatic adenoma, hepatic carcinoma, benign liver tumor

    Postmarketing reports: Hemangioma of liver, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, uterine cancer

    Endocrine

    Postmarketing reports: Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism

    Psychiatric

    Common (1% to 10%): Mood swing, depression, mood changed, anxiety

    Frequency not reported: Nervousness

    Postmarketing reports: Insomnia, suicidal ideation, panic attack, libido changed, homicidal ideation, dissociation, bipolar disorder, mood disturbed, irritability

    Dermatologic

    Common (1% to 10%): Acne

    Frequency not reported: Hirsutism, loss of scalp hair, melasma, chloasma, erythema multiforme, erythema nodosum, hemorrhagic eruption, photosensitivity, pruritus

    Postmarketing reports: Alopecia, generalized rash, allergic rash, skin discoloration, urticaria, angioedema, night sweats, angioedema, hirsutism, skin burning sensation, generalized erythema

    Hepatic

    Frequency not reported: Liver disease, gallbladder disease, cholestatic jaundice, Budd-Chiari syndrome

    Postmarketing reports: Cholelithiasis, cholecystitis

    Hematologic

    Frequency not reported: Hemolytic uremic syndrome

    Postmarketing reports: Anemia

    Immunologic

    Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity reaction, anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reaction

    Ocular

    Frequency not reported: Corneal curvature change/steepening, contact lens intolerance, cataracts, retinal thrombosis

    Postmarketing reports: Vision blurred, vision impaired, corneal thinning, fungal infection, transient blindness

    Respiratory

    Frequency not reported: Pulmonary embolism

    Postmarketing reports: Asthma exacerbated, dyspnea

    Musculoskeletal

    Frequency not reported: Leg cramp, backache

    Postmarketing reports: Myalgia, arthralgia, back pain

    Metabolic

    Common (1% to 10%): Weight fluctuation

    Frequency not reported: Tolerance to carbohydrates reduced

    Postmarketing reports: Appetite increased, appetite decreased, diabetes mellitus, hypoglycemia, hypocalcemia, triglycerides increased, blood glucose abnormal

    Other

    Common (1% to 10%): Cervical smear abnormal, weight gain, edema

    Frequency not reported: Fatigue, porphyria, Vitamin B6 deficient

    Postmarketing reports: Weight decreased, peripheral edema, malaise, chest pain

    Renal

    Frequency not reported: Renal function impaired

    Postmarketing reports: Cystitis-like syndrome

    Editorial References and Review

    Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.

    Source: Drugs.com Larin Fe 1/20 (www.drugs.com/cdi/larin-fe-1-20.html).

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