Has anyone had any problems with (cont.)

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Has anyone had any problems with (cont.)
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Mon, 11-22-2004 - 9:56am

Has anyone had any problems with the generic ortho tri cyclen? I have been told that some people have side effects. I have been on it for a few months now and I want to make sure it is safe.


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Registered: 09-14-2004
Mon, 11-22-2004 - 10:00am

Well, if the safety thing makes you feel better, it wouldn`t be on the market unless it had been rigorously tested and deemed safe. Also, it is legally identical to Ortho-Tri-Cyclen, which has been a well tested drug, so if there were any problems, you`d know, hon.

I have heard of some women who have side effects with generics that they don`t have with the regular. If you`re not having side effects, though, I don`t see it as an issue. Different pills will affect all women differently and just because something is a dud for someone else, doesn`t mean that you will develop the same problems.

But, yes, generics are safe. And cheaper! :)