TriNessa Description

Couples can have many reasons to delay expanding their family, such as; finances, career goals, and health or a medical condition. It’s possible you have been told by your doctor to get your diabetes or asthma under control before becoming pregnant. Talk to your doctor about a prescription for TriNessa or generic Norgestimate/Ethinyl Estradiol and you and your partner can control the timeline of when to expand your family. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.

Until the Time is Right, Take TriNessa

Norgestimate is a synthetic form of Progesterone and Ethinyl Estradiol is also a man-made hormone that inhibits ovulation. Without ovulation, there is no egg to fertilize. TriNessa basically tricks your pituitary gland into thinking you are already pregnant so it won’t produce as much follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone which are required for ovulation. Together, Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol will also thicken your cervical mucus and cause a thinning of your uterine lining just in case ovulation occurs. This makes it difficult for sperm to reach the egg and, if fertilization takes place, your uterine wall will not accommodate an egg.

Conditions Treated by TriNessa

Do you experience painful periods that cause you time off and wage loss? TriNessa can help regulate your periods and decrease the blood loss so you are less likely to menstruate when you least expect it or you won’t feel as fatigued from the heavy flow your period causes. Additionally, some women have also found that TriNessa improves acne and can also help deal with the hot flashes and vaginal dryness menopause can create.

Before TriNessa is Prescribed

Be certain that you are not pregnant before taking TriNessa as it can increase the risk of a fertilized embryo attaching outside of the uterus, called an ectopic pregnancy. Inform your doctor about other medical conditions and allergies you have and list any OTC or Rx drugs you take, including herbal remedies and dietary or vitamin supplements. The doctor can then determine if TriNessa is safe for you to take. Some medications can reduce the effects of TriNessa so ask your doctor before changing or starting new meds.

TriNessa Precautions

TriNessa will not protect you or your partner against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), chlamydia, or other sexually transmitted diseases. You should monitor your blood pressure as TriNessa may cause it to elevate. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose levels and inform your doctor right away if your readings indicate a rise.

Possible Side Effects of TriNessa

• Headache
• Weight change
• Swollen feet/ankles
• Spotting between periods

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