Drug Uses
This drug is basically recommended for birth control by preventing pregnancy by women who use it as a contraceptive. The female hormones present in the patch prevent ovulation and simultaneously make it difficult for the sperm to reach the vagina with the hardened uternine lining and causing changes in the cervical lining. It is also used to treat severe acne, to regulate menstrual cycle and also in certain cases dealing with menopause.

How to Take Drug
The applying of Ortho TriCyclen should be done according to the prescription. It is preferential to take the pills everyday at a particular time. It should be temporarily stopped at time of bed rest or medical emergency. There will breakthrough bleeding in the initial three months. Ortho TriCyclen one pack contains 28 pills that have to be taken everyday. Moreover, to minimize the risk, back up birth control measures should be taken simultaneously. Missing more than two pills needs immediate pregnancy test as it stops the regular period cycle. No excessive dosage of reminder pills is necessary.

Drug Precautions
The applying of Ortho TriCyclen should be done according to the prescription. It is preferential to take the pills everyday at a particular time. It should be temporarily stopped at time of bed rest or medical emergency. There will breakthrough bleeding in the initial three months. Ortho TriCyclen one pack contains 28 pills that have to be taken everyday. Moreover, to minimize the risk, back up birth control measures should be taken simultaneously. Missing more than two pills needs immediate pregnancy test as it stops the regular period cycle. No excessive dosage of reminder pills is necessary.
Continuation of smoking with application of this medication can lead to heart attacks, blood clotting and high blood pressure. In the initial stages other birth control contraceptives like spermicides and condoms should be also used.

Drug Interactions
When Ortho TriCyclen is administered along with other drugs and antibiotics, antifungals, its functioning gets contradicted. Moreover if the patient has to undergo a dental treatment, surgery or any other medication, prior information about the usage of Ortho TriCyclen should be given to the doctor.

Adverse Effects with Ortho TriCyclen
The main side effects of Ortho TriCyclen are excessive bleeding and irregular periods, swelling in feet and ankles. The mild effects of this contraceptive are headache, dizziness and nausea. The medical practitioner should be informed about such effects, immediately.

Missed Dose
The missing of applying patches can cause serious risks relating to pregnancy. But is the missed dose is tried to be compensated by applying the patch twice; it can lead to nausea and dizziness. Moreover it is also advisable to use another method of protection along with Ortho TriCyclen.

Overdose Effects of Ortho TriCyclen
In case of overdose due to application of Ortho TriCyclen, symptoms like nausea and bleeding in vagina start.

Storage
Ortho TriCyclen should be stored in room temperature. Dark places should be preferred, specially the one away from moisture. It should be kept out of the reach of children.