Alesse Information
Alesse is used to prevent pregnancy but does not protect against any sexually transmitted diseases.

How Alesse Works
Alesse works on several different levels to prevent pregnancy. First and foremost, Alesse prevents ovulation, so your body does not release any mature eggs for fertilization. In addition, progestin thickens the mucus lining of the cervix so that it is more difficult for sperm to move, making it nearly impossible for them to make it to any egg that might be released in order to fertilize it. Finally, combination of Alesse hormones prevents any egg from attaching itself to the lining of the uterus so that it cannot mature.

How to Take Alesse
Alesse should be taken orally with water or it can be taken with food if upset stomach occurs. To be effective, Alesse must be taken daily and continuously.

Possible Alesse Side Effects
Side effects that have been reported with this medicine include: Headache, blood clots, water retention, breast tenderness, and nausea. If you experience other bothersome side effects, contact your health care provider.

Alesse Warnings & Precautions
Smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects from oral contraceptive use. This risk increases with age and with the amount of smoking and is quite marked in women over 35 years of age. Woman who use oral contraceptives should not smoke. Patients who have had breast cancer, or undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding should NOT buy Alesse. The risk of cardiovascular side effects increases in women over 35 who smoke cigarettes. Let your doctor know your complete medical history before you buy Alesse. People with certain health conditions should not purchase Alesse.

Alesse Overdose
Overdosage may cause nausea and withdrawal bleeding in females. In case of overdosage seek medical attention and for non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.

Drug Interactions
Several medications reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills and should be used with caution. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following: seizure medications, antibiotics or warfarin medications to help you sleep. Avoid St. Johns wort while taking birth control pills because St. Johns wort can interfere with birth control pills and lead to pregnancies.

Missed Alese Dose
If you miss a dose of Alesse, take it as soon as you remember or double up on the next day. If you miss two doses, take 2 tablets as soon as you remember, or take two tablets on each of the next two days. Refer to package insert if more than 3 doses are missed.

Alesse Storage
Store Alesse at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.

Pregnancy & Nursing
If you suspect that you may be pregnant, do not order Alesse. For nursing mothers, not all oral contraceptives are safe; talk with your physician regarding which one may be right for you.

More Alesse Information
Taking this medicine may result in possible depletion of Vitamins; B-2, B-6, B-12 and folic acid. These vitamins are collectively called the "stress vitamins" and may be recommended to be replaced using a vitamin supplement. Talk to your doctor for more information.

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