Why did they discontinue Tri-Cyclen Lo?

It’s important to note that Tri-Lo Sprintec wasn’t pulled due to safety concerns, but rather because of a patent infringement battle between brand manufacturer Janssen Pharmaceuticals and the generic manufacturer Teva Pharmaceuticals. Tri-Lo Sprintec seemed to have disappeared, until its recent resurfacing.

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What is the generic version of Tri-Cyclen Lo?

Teva’s generic of Ortho Tri-Cyclen® Lo Tablets: Tri-Lo-Sprintec® (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets, USP) – triphasic regimen.

What type of birth control is Tri-Cyclen Lo?

Ortho Tricyclen Lo is a prescription medicine used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. Ortho Tricyclen Lo may be used alone or with other medications. Ortho Tricyclen Lo belongs to a class of drugs called Estrogens/Progestins; Contraceptives, Oral.

Is Tri-Cyclen Lo a good birth control?

Effectiveness. Combination birth control pills are a highly effective and convenient form of contraception. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo birth control pills are between 91% and 99.7% effective.

Does Tri-Cyclen Lo help acne?

Ortho Tri-Cyclen has an average rating of 6.0 out of 10 from a total of 80 ratings for the treatment of Acne. 46% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 30% reported a negative effect.

Does Tri-Lo-Sprintec cause weight gain?

Some women may experience weight gain when taking Tri-Sprintec and any birth control pills. While there’s a chance that the hormones can give you the munchies, it’s mostly water retention (and not actual fat) that’s to blame.

Does Tri-Cyclen cause weight gain?

Some women may experience weight gain when taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen and other birth control pills. While there’s a chance that the hormones can give you the munchies, it’s mostly water retention (and not actual fat).

Is Tri Cyclen a good birth control?

Which birth control does not cause weight gain?

For most people the combined hormonal pill, patch, and ring do not appear to cause weight gain and the hormonal IUD likely doesn’t cause weight gain. The implant and the shot may contribute to weight gain in some people.