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It is very important that your doctor check your progress while you are using this medicine. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it.
Tell your doctor if you are using birth control pills or other types of birth control (e.g., patch, vaginal ring, or intrauterine device). Using these medicines together may increase your chance of having a blood clot, heart attack, or stroke.
This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have shortness of breath; trouble breathing; chest tightness; flushing of the face; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have any eye problems, such as a change in your vision. Your doctor will want you to have your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor).
If this medicine does not reduce your bleeding after two menstrual cycles or if it seems to stop working, check with your doctor.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
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