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How do I use Heather?

Follow all directions on your prescription label carefully and take Heather tablets exactly as directed by your doctor.

Heather comes in a pack of 28 pills. Take the first pill on the first day of your period, and continue to take one pill daily at the same time every day. When the pack of pills runs out, start a new pack.

This medication is safe for use by breast-feeding mothers.

Take the missed dose of Heather as soon as you remember it, and return to taking Heather at the same time you usually take it. If you take a dose of Heather more than 3 hours late, be sure to use a backup method of birth control for the next 48 hours. If you are not sure what to do about the pills you have missed, keep taking Heather and use a backup method of birth control, and consult with your doctor.

Take the missed dose of Heather as soon as you remember it, and return to taking Heather at the same time you usually take it. If you take a dose of Heather more than 3 hours late, be sure to use a backup method of birth control for the next 48 hours. If you are not sure what to do about the pills you have missed, keep taking Heather and use a backup method of birth control, and consult with your doctor.

What happens if I overdose on Heather?

In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention or call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) to find out what to do.

Before using Heather, tell your doctor if:

• you are allergic to progestins, aspirin, or any other medications

• you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, or nutritional or herbal supplements

• you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding

• you have or have ever had breast lumps, breast cancer, or vaginal bleeding between periods

• you have or have ever had diabetes

• you have or have ever had liver tumors or liver disease

• You should not smoke while using this medication, as using tobacco products while taking Heather may increase the risk of strokes and heart attacks.

Additional precautions:

• you are allergic to progestins, aspirin, or any other medications

• you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medications, vitamins, or nutritional or herbal supplements

• you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding

• you have or have ever had breast lumps, breast cancer, or vaginal bleeding between periods

• you have or have ever had diabetes

• you have or have ever had liver tumors or liver disease

• You should not smoke while using this medication, as using tobacco products while taking Heather may increase the risk of strokes and heart attacks.

What are the possible side effects of using Heather?

Contact your doctor if you experience these symptoms and if they do not go away:

• irregular menstrual periods

• headache or dizziness

• breast pain

• upset stomach

• acne

• increased hair growth

• bleeding that lasts a long time

• lack of menstrual periods

• severe stomach pain

Contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms:

• irregular menstrual periods

• headache or dizziness

• breast pain

• upset stomach

• acne

• increased hair growth

• bleeding that lasts a long time

• lack of menstrual periods

• severe stomach pain

How do I store Heather?

Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep out of reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings

• Do not let anyone else use your medication.

• Do not take this medicine if you smoke. Smoking can greatly increase your risk of stroke, or heart attack. The risks increase the older you are and the more you smoke.

• Heather will not provide protection against the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [AIDS]) and other sexually transmitted diseases.

Is Heather a Brand or Generic drug?

Heather is a brand name drug, and the Heather generic name is progestin-only oral contraceptive. Other similar brand name drugs include Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Micronor, and Norethidone. These drugs are not all the same, so consult with your doctor to determine which treatment is best for you. If your doctor prescribes Heather or a Heather alternative and you will be paying cash, remember to get your free FamilyWize coupon to save up to 75%