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Does Ortho Tri Cyclen Cause Weight Gain?
- Ortho Tri-Cyclen (28) Oral Precautions and Side Effects
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Pronounced: (proe-JES-tin/ES-troe-jen)
Warning
Smoking cigarettes/using tobacco while using hormonal birth control (pill/patch/ring) increases your risk of heart problems and stroke. Do not smoke. The risk of heart problems increases with age (especially in women over 35) and with frequent smoking (15 or more cigarettes a day).
Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach cramping/bloating, dizziness, vaginal discomfort/irritation,...
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