Common Questions about Norethindrone, Ethinyl Estradiol, Iron

Is norethindrone, ethinyl estradiol, iron for acne?

Combination oral contraceptives such as Estrostep Fe (norethindrone, ethinyl estradiol, iron) and others such as Yaz, Beyaz, and Ortho Tri-Cyclen are sometimes used to treat acne. Your healthcare provider will help you choose the best birth control pill for acne.

Will I get my period on norethindrone, ethinyl estradiol, iron pills?

If you are taking combination birth control pills in a pill pack that contains both active tablets and inactive tablets, then withdrawal bleeding or spotting similar to a menstrual period begins usually after you take the last active pill.

What does it mean if I don’t get my menstrual period during the hormone-free week?

Tell your doctor if you don’t get your period during the hormone-free week of your pill pack. In case of missed doses and unprotected sexual contact, you could be pregnant. However, some women stop having periods after taking combined birth control pills for several months, even if they do not miss any pills and are not pregnant. Do a home pregnancy test and call your healthcare provider to confirm you’re not pregnant before continuing to take your birth control pill.

What is the difference between monophasic and biphasic birth control pills?

Birth control pills are called biphasic when they contain two different combinations of hormones in each pill pack. For example, the first 24 pills may contain one dose of medicines, and days 25-28 may contain different doses. On the other hand, monophasic birth control pills contain the same amount of hormones in all the active pills in the pill pack. Both monophasic and biphasic combined oral contraceptives are effective in preventing pregnancy. Your provider will help you choose the best one for you.

What is the best time to take your birth control pill?

You can take your birth control pill at any time of day, with or without food. However, you should take it at the same time every day. Many women prefer to take the pill after the evening meal or at bedtime. An alarm in your phone can help you remember to take your pill.

What is the price of norethindrone without insurance?

Without insurance, norethindrone can be as high as $36.40, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $10.00 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of norethindrone with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on norethindrone—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for norethindrone. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.