What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

• breast tissue changes or discharge
• changes in vaginal bleeding during your period or between your periods
• chest pain
• coughing up blood
• dizziness or fainting spells
• headaches or migraines
• leg, arm or groin pain
• severe or sudden headaches
• stomach pain (severe)
• sudden shortness of breath
• sudden loss of coordination, especially on one side of the body
• speech problems
• symptoms of vaginal infection like itching, irritation or unusual discharge
• tenderness in the upper abdomen
• vomiting
• weakness or numbness in the arms or legs, especially on one side of the body
• yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• breakthrough bleeding and spotting that continues beyond the 3 initial cycles of pills
• breast tenderness
• mood changes, anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, or emotional outbursts
• increased sensitivity to sun or ultraviolet light
• nausea
• skin rash, acne, or brown spots on the skin
• weight gain (slight)

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.