What is ethinyl estradiol-etonorgestrel?
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Ethinyl estradiol and etonorgestrel are estrogen and progestin combination (both female hormones) used for the prevention of pregnancy. It usually comes in the form of a ring which is inserted vaginally for three consecutive weeks, and then removed for seven days.
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How do members experience ethinyl estradiol-etonorgestrel?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth control | 46 | 25 | |
| General health | 6 | 3 | |
| Endometriosis | 4 | 2 | |
| Dysmenorrhea | 3 | 2 | |
| Heavy periods | 3 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 5 | |
| Migraine headaches | 3 | |
| Mood swings | 3 | |
| Abdominal bloating | 2 | |
| Anxious mood | 2 | |
| Menstrual spotting | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 7 | |
| Moderate | 14 | |
| Mild | 10 | |
| None | 22 |
Member evaluations
AnotherLizMorgan
evaluated on Mar 10, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for Birth control: Major
- Side effects: Moderate
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caela
evaluated on Nov 06, 2014
- Perceived effectiveness for Birth control: Major
- Side effects: Severe
SoreMomma
evaluated on Nov 10, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Slight
- Side effects: None
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