Etonogestrel; Ethinyl Estradiol Vaginal Ring

ETONOGESTREL; ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (et oh noe JES trel; ETH in il es tra DYE ole) prevents ovulation and pregnancy. It belongs to a group of medications called contraceptives. It is a combination of the hormones estrogen and progestin.

Insert the ring into your vagina as directed. Follow the directions on the prescription label. The ring will remain place for 3 weeks and is then removed for a 1-week break. A new ring is inserted 1 week after the last ring was removed, on the same day of the week. Check often to make sure the ring is still in place. If the ring was out of the vagina for an unknown amount of time, you may not be protected from pregnancy. Perform a pregnancy test and call your care team. Do not use more often than directed.

A patient package insert for the product will be given with each prescription and refill. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently.

Contact your care team regarding the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store unopened medication for up to 4 months at room temperature at 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Do not store above 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medication 4 months after the dispense date or the expiration date, whichever comes first. A ring may only be used for 1 cycle (1 month). After the 3-week cycle, a used ring is removed and should be placed in the re-closable foil pouch and discarded in the trash out of reach of children and pets. Do NOT flush down the toilet.

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
• Blood clots
• Blood vessel disease
• Breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, liver, or uterine cancer
• Diabetes
• Gallbladder disease
• Having surgery
• Heart disease or recent heart attack
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol or triglycerides
• History of irregular heartbeat or heart valve problems
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Lupus
• Migraine headaches
• Protein C or S deficiency
• Recently had a baby, miscarriage, or abortion
• Stroke
• Tobacco use
• An unusual or allergic reaction to estrogens, progestins, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breastfeeding

Do not take this medication with the following:

• Dasabuvir; ombitasvir; paritaprevir; ritonavir
• Ombitasvir; paritaprevir; ritonavir
• Vaginal lubricants or other vaginal products that are oil-based or silicone-based

This medication may also interact with the following:

• Acetaminophen
• Antibiotics or medications for infections, especially rifampin, rifabutin, rifapentine, griseofulvin, penicillins, or tetracyclines
• Aprepitant or fosaprepitant
• Armodafinil
• Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
• Barbiturate medications, such as phenobarbital or primidone
• Bosentan
• Certain antivirals for HIV or hepatitis
• Certain medications for cancer treatment
• Certain medications for cholesterol
• Certain medications for seizures, such as carbamazepine, clobazam, felbamate, lamotrigine, oxcarbazepine, phenytoin, rufinamide, or topiramate
• Cyclosporine
• Dantrolene
• Elagolix
• Flibanserin
• Grapefruit juice
• Lesinurad
• Medications for diabetes
• Medications to treat fungal infections, such as griseofulvin, miconazole, fluconazole, ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole, or voriconazole
• Mifepristone
• Mitotane
• Modafinil
• Morphine
• Mycophenolate
• St. John's wort
• Tamoxifen
• Temazepam
• Theophylline or aminophylline
• Thyroid hormones
• Tizanidine
• Tranexamic acid
• Ulipristal
• Warfarin

You will need to use the ring exactly as directed. It is very important to follow the schedule every cycle. If you do not use the ring as directed, you may not be protected from pregnancy. If the ring should slip out, is lost, or if you leave it in longer or shorter than you should, contact your care team for advice.

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. You will need a regular breast and pelvic exam and Pap smear while on this medication.

Check with your care team to see if you need an additional method of contraception during the first cycle that you use this ring. Male condoms (made with natural rubber latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane) and spermicides may be used. Do not use a diaphragm, cervical cap, or a female condom, as the ring can interfere with these birth control methods and their proper placement.

If you have any reason to think you are pregnant, stop using this medication right away and contact your care team.

If you are using this medication for hormone related problems, it may take several cycles of use to see improvement in your condition.

Smoking tobacco increases the risk of getting a blood clot or having a stroke while you are taking this medication, especially if you are older than 35 years.

You may get dark patches on your face (chloasma) while taking this medication. If you noticed dark patches on your face during a pregnancy, your risk of getting it is higher. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps, tanning beds, or tanning booths.

This medication can make your body retain fluid, making your fingers, hands, or ankles swell. Your blood pressure can go up. Contact your care team if you feel you are retaining fluid.

If you are going to have elective surgery, you may need to stop using this medication before the surgery. Consult your care team for advice.

Using this medication does not protect you or your partner against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).