Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol Tips from Pharmacists

• Set a reminder or alarm to help you remember to take your pill at the same time every day.

• It is not unusual to have light bleeding or spotting between periods for the first cycle or first few months. Talk with your doctor if this continues.

• In case of a missed dose and possible pregnancy, stop taking the pill and call your healthcare provider. 

• If you’ve missed two periods in a row while on the norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol combination pill, call your healthcare provider.