Jolessa Estrogen and progesterone are hormones that affect both ovulation and the menstrual cycle of the female. Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel work via the prevention of ovulation (the release of an ovarian egg), therefore preventing the pregnancy.

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Oral contraceptives (birth-control pills) are used to prevent pregnancy. Estrogen and progestin are two female sex hormones. Combinations of estrogen and progestin work by preventing the release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation) and changing the cervical mucus and the lining of the uterus. Oral contraceptives are a very effective method of birth control, but they do not prevent the spread of AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.

• An extra info is available as a leaflet for Jolessa. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about what you read.
• Take this medication via mouth, with or without food. If stomach irritation occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• Do not remove the tablet from the blister packaging until you are ready to take this medication.
• Begin taking Jolessa on the first Sunday following the beginning of your menstrual cycle, unless otherwise stated by your physician. Even if your period starts on a Sunday, begin taking Jolessa on that day.
• If you are switching from another form of hormonal birth control to Jolessa, be sure you know when you should start taking Jolessa. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions about how to switch from another form of hormonal birth control to Jolessa.
• This medication should be taken at the same time every day, not more than 24 hours apart. After taking the last pill from your blister pack, start taking the first pill from a new pack the next day.
• For Jolessa to be effective it must be taken every day. Do not skip doses, even if you are experiencing spotting, abnormal bleeding, or nausea. Do not skip pills even if you do not have sex very often.
• If you miss 1 dose of Jolessa, take it as soon as you remember. Consume the next dose at the prescribed time. This means you may take 2 doses on the same day. You do not need to use a backup method of birth control if you only miss 1 pill. If you miss more than 1 dose of Jolessa, read the extra patient information leaflet that comes with Jolessa or contact your doctor for instructions. You must use a backup method of birth control if you miss more than 1 dose of Jolessa. If you are not sure about how to handle missed doses, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms) until you talk with your doctor.

• Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel are hormones that affect the ovulatory and menstrual cycle of women. Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary), therefore preventing the possibility of pregnancy. Seasonale may also inhibit pregnancy by causing the cervical mucous to thicken, which makes it harder for sperm to move toward the uterus, and impairing the ability of an egg that has been fertilized in the uterus.
• The extended-cycle formulation of Seasonale has a 91-day treatment cycle, resulting in 4 menstrual periods per year.
• Jolessa is used to prevent pregnancy.
• Jolessa may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Generic Seasonale (Jolessa) may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or physician to provide you with additional specifications.

Before taking oral contraceptives,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to estrogen, progestin, or any other medications.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and nutritional supplements you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: acetaminophen (APAP, Tylenol); antibiotics; anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin); atorvastatin (Lipitor); clofibrate (Atromid-S); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Grifulvin, Grisactin); HIV protease inhibitors such as indinavir (Crixivan) and ritonavir (Norvir); medications for seizures such as carbamazepine (Tegretol), phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton), phenytoin (Dilantin), and topiramate (Topamax); morphine (Kadian, MS Contin, MSIR, others); oral steroids such as dexamethasone (Decadron, Dexone), methylprednisolone (Medrol), prednisone (Deltasone), and prednisolone (Prelone); phenylbutazone; rifabutin (Mycobutin); rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane); temazepam (Restoril); theophylline (Theobid, Theo-Dur); and thyroid medication such as levothyroxine (Levothroid, Levoxyl, Synthroid). Before taking Yasmin, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as benazepril (Lotensin), enalapril (Vasotec), and lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril); angiotensin II antagonists such as irbesartan (Avapro), losartan (Cozaar), and valsartan (Diovan); aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); diuretics ('water pills') such as amiloride (Midamor), spironolactone (Aldactone), and triamterene (Dyrenium); or heparin. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
• tell your doctor what herbal products you are taking, especially St. John's wort.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had breast lumps or cancer; endometrial cancer; high blood pressure; high blood cholesterol and fats; diabetes (high blood sugar); asthma; stroke; blood clots; toxemia (high blood pressure during pregnancy); heart attack; epilepsy (seizures); migraine headaches; depression; liver, heart, gallbladder, or kidney disease; adrenal insufficiency (for Yasmin); jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods; and excessive weight gain and fluid retention (bloating) during the menstrual cycle.
• do not take oral contraceptives such as Seasonale if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking oral contraceptives, call your doctor immediately.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking oral contraceptives.
• tell your physician if you have vision issues or regularly wear contacts. If you notice changes in vision or ability to wear your lenses while taking hormone replacement therapy, see an eye doctor.

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.

If you miss doses of Seasonale, you may be at risk for becoming pregnant. Instructions about missed doses are different for different products. Carefully read the instructions in the manufacturer's information for the patient. If you have any questions, call your doctor or pharmacist. If you miss pills, you may need to use a backup method of birth control for 7 days or until the end of the cycle.

Oral contraceptives may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach
• vomiting
• stomach cramps or bloating
• diarrhea
• constipation
• gingivitis (swelling of the gum tissue)
• weight gain or weight loss
• brown or black skin patches
• acne
• edema of the hands or feet (fluid retention)
• hair growth in unusual places
• bleeding or spotting between menstrual periods
• changes in menstrual flow
• painful or skipped periods
• breast tenderness, enlargement, or discharge
• difficulty wearing contact lenses

Some side effects can be seious. The following symptoms of Seasonale use are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

• significant headache
• shortness of breath
• severe vomiting
• partial or complete loss of vision
• double vision
• speech problems
• dizziness or faintness
• weakness or numbness of an arm or leg
• crushing chest pain or chest heaviness
• coughing up blood
• pain in the lower leg
• excrutiating stomach pain
• jaundice
• severe depression or other mood disorders
• unusual bleeding
• loss of appetite
• extreme tiredness, weakness, or lack of energy
• fever
• dark-colored urine
• light-colored stool
• rash

Oral contraceptives may increase the risk of developing endometrial and breast cancer, gallbladder disease, liver tumors, heart attack, stroke, and blood clots. Talk to your doctor about the risks of taking this medication.

Oral contraceptives may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Keep this medication in the packet it came in, tightly closed, and away from children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, contact the local emergency services at 911.

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. You should have a complete physical examination every year, including blood pressure measurements, breast and pelvic exams, and a Pap test. Follow your doctor's directions for examining your breasts; report any lumps immediately.

Before you have any laboratory tests, tell the laboratory personnel that you take oral contraceptives, as this med may interfere with various medical testing.

If you miss one menstrual period and have taken your tablets as directed, continue taking them. However, if you miss one period and have not taken your tablets as directed or if you miss two menstrual periods and have taken the tablets as directed, call your doctor and use another method of birth control until you have a pregnancy test.

If you wish to stop taking oral contraceptives and become pregnant, use another method of birth control for a minimum of 3 months after you cease the tablets to be sure that the medication will not harm the fetus. It may take a long time for you to become pregnant after you stop taking oral contraceptives, especially if you have never had a baby or if you had irregular, infrequent, or complete absence of menstrual periods before taking oral contraceptives.

Do not share this med with anyone else. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

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