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What are the “ingredients” in Ortho-Cyclen?
Ortho-Cyclen is a combined oral contraceptive. Its active ingredients are two hormones: an estrogen (ethinyl estradiol) and a progestin (norgestimate). These ingredients work together to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and changing cervical mucus and the uterine lining.
What’s in Ortho-Cyclen (active ingredients)?
The active drug components are:
- Ethinyl estradiol
- Norgestimate
Does Ortho-Cyclen have any non-hormone ingredients?
Like other tablets, Ortho-Cyclen also contains inactive ingredients (for tablet formulation). The specific inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and tablet type/strength, so the most accurate place to confirm them is the package insert or the labeling for the exact product you have.
How do the ingredients compare with other “Ortho” birth control pills?
Ortho-Cyclen’s distinguishing feature is its combination of ethinyl estradiol plus norgestimate. Other Ortho-branded pills use different progestins (even if the estrogen is the same), which can affect side effects and how patients tolerate them.
Where to check the exact label for your specific Ortho-Cyclen bottle
If you want the precise inactive ingredients and tablet composition for your exact version/strength, check the “Inactive ingredients” section on your package insert or label.
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