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About
Contraceptive Agents
Regulatory Classification
Rx
Unit of Measure
BOX OF 12'S
Pharmacologic Category
Hormonal Contraceptive
Contents & Formulation
Each tablet contains norethisterone 400 mcg and ethinyl estradiol 35 mcg.
Indications and Usage
Oral contraception. Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, dysmenorrhea, endometriosis and ovarian dysgenesis cycles.
Dosage & Administration
1 tablet daily beginning on day 5 of the next menstrual period (counting the 1st day of menses as day 1) for 21 days, followed by 7 tablet-free days.
Continue taking the tablet every evening after supper until the packet of 21 tablets is finished. Rest for 1 week and then start with another packet whether or not period has occurred.
Continue Micropil dosage regimen for as long as contraception is desired.
If usual menstrual cycle is <24 days, begin taking Micropil on day 1 for the 1st packet only. For subsequent cycles, begin on day 5.