Re: Switching pills
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 16 Nov 2000 14:38:03 -0600 (CST)
OrthoTriCyclen is a fine pill but you may wish to try one of the pills
with less hormone - Alesse (same as Levlite), Loestrin 1/20 or Estrostep
(estrogen increases during the month). These has a tendency to reduce
all side effects except a temporary increase in break through bleeding
(usually limited to the first three months).
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Wed, 15 Nov 2000, Christine wrote:
>
>I am interested in switching b.c.pills. I am 35 years old with two
>children, due to the help of Clomid, and am currently taking Ortho
>tri-cyclen. I have been taking this pill for 1 1/2 years and have found
>it to cause bad headaches, bloating, cramping and nausea during the
>first two weeks but I feel great the last week. Since I don't ovulate
>or get a period regularly without the pill, my doctor has encouraged me
>to remain on the pill versus another form of b.c. or medication. My
>Dr. doesn't feel I have pcos but suggests a luteal phase defect. I'm
>just trying to put it all together and find a pill suitable that doesn't
>cause my current problems or androgen related side effects that are a
>problem when not taking any b.c. pills. Your expertise would be
>greatly appreciated.
>Thank You!
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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