Ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate and Monopril HCT

• Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Estarylla, Femynor, Mono-Linyah, Mononessa, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Previfem, Sprintec, Tri-Lo-Marzia, TriNessa, Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Ortho-Cyclen, Sprintec 28, Tri-Lo-Marzia>

Ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

Ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. There are many available brands of this medicine. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: fosinopril / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Monopril HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Fosinopril is an ACE inhibitor. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme. Fosinopril lowers blood pressure and also relieves symptoms of fluid retention.

Monopril HCT is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Monopril HCT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.