Generic name:ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate [ ETH-i-nil-ES-tra-DYE-ol-and-nor-JES-ti-mate ]
Brand names: Estarylla, Femynor, Mono-Linyah, Mononessa, Ortho Tri-Cyclen,
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Drug class:Contraceptives
The Mononessa brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Mononessa?
Mononessa is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Mononessa also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.
Mononessa is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. There are many available brands of this medicine. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Mononessa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use birth control pills if you are pregnant or if you have recently had a baby.
You should not use birth control pills if you have: uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary
