Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol and Hematinic with Folic Acid

• Generic Name: desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azurette, Cyclessa, Desogen, Isibloom, Kariva, Mircette, Reclipsen, Cyred

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: ferrous fumarate / folic acid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ed Cyte F, Hematinic with Folic Acid, Hemocyte-F, Ferrocite F, Nephro-Fer RX, Equi-Cyte F, Ircon-FA, Drysol, Hypercare, Xerac AC

Ferrous fumarate is a type of iron. Folic acid (folate) is a type of vitamin B. Iron and vitamin B help your body produce and maintain healthy red blood cells.

Hematinic with Folic Acid is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent certain types of anemia (low red blood cells) caused by an iron or folate deficiency.

Hematinic with Folic Acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.