Femcon FE (Norethindrone/Ethinyl Estradiol/Ferrous Fumarate)

What is Femcon FE?

Ovcon (norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol) is a combination of two hormones – a progestin and an estrogen. It is a contraception that prevents ovulation process.

What is Femcon FE used for?

Ovcon is used to prevent pregnancy.

How does Femcon FE work?

Ovcon works by altering the uterine lining and causing changes in cervical mucus, which prevents sperm from reaching the uterus. It can also work by keeping a fertilized egg from attaching itself to the uterus and thus, prevent pregnancy.

How to use Femcon FE

Follow your doctor’s instructions wisely. Do not take the medicine for longer period or in larger amount than recommended.

If you are using the medicine for the first time and are not switching from another form of hormonal birth control treatment, it is suggested that you take the first tablet on the first day of your periods or the first Sunday following the beginning of your menstrual cycle. The medicine is to be taken by mouth, once daily, for a full prescription time. If you experience upset stomach or nausea after taking the medication, it is advised that you take with the evening meal or at bedtime. Remember to take Ovcon pills at the same time each day.

The Ovcon pack contains 21 active pills and 7 reminder pills with no medication. The active pills are to be taken daily for 21 days in a row. However, the reminder pills are to be taken for 7 days (consecutively), following the day you had taken the last active pill.

Femcon FE warnings and precautions

Do not use Ovcon if you are allergic to any of its ingredients; or if you are suffering from abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease, heart valve disorder, extremely high blood pressure, hormone related cancer (e.g., uterine or breast cancer); or a history of heart problems.

Share your medical history with your doctor, so that he prescribes you the dose accordingly.

Abstain from smoking and drinking, especially if you are 35 years of age or above.

Ovcon should never be used by pregnant and lactating females. If you become pregnant during the course of the treatment, or if you miss two periods in a row, inform your doctor right away.

It is to be noted that the medicine does not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases; therefore, you must use necessary precautions during intercourse.

What do I do if I have missed a Femcon FE dose?

If you have missed an Ovcon dose, take two pills on the day you remember about the missed dose. After that, continue taking one pill everyday (for the remaining pack).

What do I do if I have taken a Femcon FE overdose?

If you have taken an overdose of Ovcon, you should seek medical help right away.

Femcon FE interactions

Before taking Ovcon, tell your doctor about all the medicines that you are on, including some herbal medicines and vitamin or mineral supplements that you may be taking.

Do not start taking any new medicine without consulting your doctor.

Femcon FE side effects

Ovcon side effects include breathing trouble, hives, swelling, sudden numbness, confusion, chest pain, nausea, severe headache, slurred speech, pain in arms or shoulders; problems with speech, vision, or balance; stomach ache, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, shortness of breath and unusual weakness. Contact your doctor right away if you experience any of these side effects after consuming your Ovcan dose.

Less serious side effects from Ovcon may include breast pain or tenderness, darkening of facial skin, changes in vaginal mucus, stomach cramps, bloating, vomiting, or changes in menstrual periods.