NuvaRing® (etonogestrel/ethinyl estradiol vaginal ring)
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Talking to Your Doctor

Deciding on a birth control method is a personal choice. But how do you navigate the options and find what’s best for you? Well, it’s not something you have to decide alone. Your doctor can help.

Don’t be shy. Some women find it uncomfortable to talk honestly with their doctors. But your doctor is depending on you to share your feelings and concerns. Remember, nobody knows your needs like you do. And you are your biggest advocate.

Even before you step into the doctor’s office, you can start thinking about your needs and lifestyle. Are you busy and often on the go? If you’ve been on birth control in the past, were there times you forgot to take your pill? Along with other medical questions, these are lifestyle discussions that will help you and your doctor decide the birth control method that’s right for you.

Questions about Birth Control (Click on a category below to expand)

Ask yourself the following questions. Print them out and take them with you to your next doctor's appointment as conversation starters:

Are you currently using birth control? Are you looking to start using birth control? What are some of the factors you consider when choosing birth control? Do you have any special needs that you’re concerned about?
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Does your day tend to be busy and hectic? Do you travel often? Is your schedule inconsistent?
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Have you tried other forms of birth control in the past? Are you dissatisfied with your current method of birth control? Are you interested in birth control that you do not have to take every day?
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Have you experienced side effects from previous birth control methods? Have you ever forgotten to take or use your birth control? What aspects of your previous birth control did you like? What aspects of your previous birth control did you dislike?
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Depending on your discussion regarding the topics above, your doctor may talk to you about NuvaRing®. If so, you may want answers to some of the following questions.

Questions about NuvaRing® (Click on a category below to expand)

When can I start using NuvaRing®? How do I insert and remove NuvaRing®? Can NuvaRing® fall out or get lost inside me?
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Do I need to remove NuvaRing® before sexual intercourse? Will my partner or I be able to feel NuvaRing®?
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Will NuvaRing® affect my weight? How will NuvaRing® affect my periods?
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What makes NuvaRing® different from other types of birth control? Is NuvaRing® right for me?
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Before you leave the office

Now that you’ve had the discussion with your doctor, there are only 2 more things to do before leaving the office.

If you've received a NuvaRing® prescription, practice inserting NuvaRing® while at the doctor's office, or ask for an in-office demonstration. This will help you get all your questions immediately answered by a knowledgeable source.

Ask for a 3-month prescription to start out. This way you can try it for a few months to see if you like it.

 

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Prescription NuvaRing® is a flexible vaginal ring approved for the prevention of pregnancy in women.

For additional important information, please see the FULL PRODUCT INFORMATION, INCLUDING BOXED WARNING.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION:

  • The use of combination oral contraceptives is associated with increased risks of several serious side effects, including blood clots, which may lead to stroke or heart attack. NuvaRing® is not for women with a history of these conditions. The risk of getting blood clots may be greater with the type of progestin in NuvaRing® than with some other progestins in certain low-dose birth control pills. It is unknown if the risk of blood clots is different with NuvaRing® use than with the use of certain birth control pills
  • Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially in women over 35; women who use combination hormonal contraceptives, including NuvaRing®, are strongly advised not to smoke
  • NuvaRing® is not for women with certain cancers or those who may be pregnant
  • NuvaRing® does not protect against HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases
  • The most common side effects reported by NuvaRing® users are: vaginal infections and irritation, vaginal secretion, headache, weight gain, and nausea

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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