Megestrol and Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol interaction
Megestrol and Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol: the Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol prescribing label describes an interaction that usually calls for monitoring, a dose change, or spacing the doses.
Usually manageable with monitoring or a dose change. Tell your pharmacist you take both.
What the FDA labels say
From the Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol (MONO-LINYAH) label · effective 2026-06-23
Effects of Other Drugs on Combined Oral Contraceptives Substances decreasing the plasma concentrations of COCs Drugs or herbal products that induce certain enzymes, including cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), may decrease the plasma concentrations of COCs and potentially diminish the effectiveness of COCs or increase breakthrough bleeding.
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