Generic name:ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel [ EH-thih-nill-ess-tra-DYE-ole-and-des-oh-JESS-trel ]
Brand names: Apri, Azurette, Bekyree, Caziant, Cyred,
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Drug class:Contraceptives
What is Apri?
Apri is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Apri 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.
Apri is used to prevent pregnancy. There are many brands of this medicine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Apri 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 artery disease, circulation problems (especially with diabetes), undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, liver disease or liver cancer, severe
