Alesse important safety information
* Alesse may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Alesse with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
* Follow your doctor’s instructions for examining your own breasts, and report any lumps immediately.
* If you will be having surgery or will be confined to a bed or chair for a long period of time (such as a long plane flight), notify your doctor 3 to 4 weeks ahead of time. Special precautions may need to be taken in these circumstances while taking Alesse.
* You should usually not take Alesse within 4 weeks after giving birth or otherwise ending a pregnancy. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
* Alesse may cause dark skin patches on your face. Exposure to the sun may make these patches darker. If patches develop, use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing when exposed to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths.
* Use of Alesse will not protect against HIV infection or prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
* Bleeding or spotting may occur while taking Alesse . Do not stop taking Alesse if this occurs. If bleeding or spotting continues for more than 7 days or is heavy, contact your doctor.
* Smoking while using Alesse may increase your risk of stroke, heart attack, blood clots, high blood pressure, or other diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
* Alesse may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are using Alesse.
* Taking certain antibiotics, anticonvulsants, or other medicines, as listed in the interactions section, while you are using Alesse may decrease the effectiveness of Alesse . To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms) until your next period.
* If you wear contact lenses and you develop problems with them, contact your doctor.
* If you miss your period during the week of inactive pills, call your doctor immediately. A missed period may indicate that you are pregnant.
* Alesse may take time to wear off after your last dose. You may not be able to become pregnant for several months after stopping Alesse. Discuss any concerns with your doctor or pharmacist.
* Lab tests, such as PAP tests, may be performed while you use Alesse. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
* Alesse should not be used in CHILDREN who have not had their first menstrual period; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
* PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Alesse if you are pregnant. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Alesse is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Alesse.
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