What ingredients are in Loestrin?
“Loestrin” is a brand name for several different oral contraceptive pills, and the exact ingredients depend on the specific Loestrin product (there are multiple formulations with different hormone amounts). Because of that, the ingredient list (active hormones and tablet excipients) can change from one Loestrin version to another.
If you tell me the exact Loestrin name on the bottle (for example, “Loestrin 1/20,” “Loestrin Fe 1/20,” or “Loestrin Fe 1.5/30”) or share the label’s “Drug Facts” section, I can list the precise ingredients.
What are the active (hormone) ingredients in Loestrin pills?
Most Loestrin formulations contain:
- An estrogen (commonly ethinyl estradiol)
- A progestin (commonly norethindrone acetate, or norethindrone, depending on the specific product)
Some “Fe” versions also include iron (ferrous fumarate or similar iron ingredient) for the placebo pills. Again, the exact amounts depend on the specific Loestrin version.
Does Loestrin contain iron?
Loestrin products labeled with “Fe” generally include an iron ingredient (iron-containing placebo tablets), while non-Fe versions typically do not.
Do inactive ingredients (fillers) matter for allergies or sensitivities?
Yes. People who need to avoid certain additives (for allergies, lactose issues, or sensitivities) usually need the inactive ingredient list (excipients), not just the hormones. This is another reason the exact Loestrin formulation matters.
Which specific Loestrin do you mean?
Reply with one of the following from your package label, and I’ll provide the exact ingredient list for that product:
- Loestrin 1/20
- Loestrin 1/5
- Loestrin Fe 1/20
- Loestrin Fe 1.5/30
- Loestrin 24 Fe
If you prefer, paste the “Drug Facts” text and I’ll extract the ingredients precisely.