Ovral Lo Birth Control comes as packs of Tablet to take it orally usually once a day. It is meant to be swallowed whole with water. Chewing the tablet may affect its effectiveness and can also cause side effects such as nausea or stomach upset.
The tablet contains 21 tablets. Take one active pill (with hormones) once daily for 21 days in a row. Take the pill at the same time every day to ensure maximum effectiveness. You can start taking the pill on the first day of your menstrual cycle (Sunday start) or on the first day of your period (Day 1 start). After the 21 days, you will take no pills at all, during which you should have your menstrual period.
Before taking Ovral Lo, you should inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of blood clots, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, liver disease, gallbladder disease, or ovarian cancer. You should also inform your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are taking any other medications, including antibiotics and anticonvulsants.
If you miss a dose of Ovral Lo, you should follow the instructions provided by your healthcare provider or pharmacist. If you miss one active pill, take two pills the next day. If you miss two active pills in a row, take two pills for the next two days and use a backup method of contraception for the next 7 days.
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