BRAND NAMES: Apri, Azurette, Bekyree, Caziant, Cyclessa, Cyred, Cyred EQ, Emoquette, Enskyce, Isibloom, Juleber, Kalliga, Kariva, Mircette, Ortho-Cept.

Is Apri generic for Desogen?

Brand Names: Apri, Azurette, Bekyree, Caziant, Cyred, Emoquette, Enskyce, Isibloom, Juleber, Kalliga, Kariva, Mircette, Pimtrea, Reclipsen, Simliya, Velivet, Viorele, Volnea. Medically reviewed by Philip Thornton, DipPharm.

What is the generic version of Apri?

Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel.

What type of birth control is Emoquette?

Emoquette is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Emoquette 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.

Does Emoquette cause weight gain?

Does Emoquette make you gain weight? Like most modern birth control pills, Emoquette lacks estrogen levels that are high enough to cause weight gain. Abundant recent evidence shows that there is no causal link between modern birth control and weight gain (aside from the shot, Depo Provera).

How effective is Emoquette?

These three steps make Emoquette (and other daily pills) more than 90% effective at preventing pregnancy. Not only does Emoquette work to prevent pregnancy, but it may also improve period symptoms in some women.

Is Apri brand or generic?

Apri (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol) is a combination of female hormones that prevent ovulation used as a contraceptive to prevent pregnancy. Apri is available in generic form.

What is the generic equivalent of Ortho Cept?

Teva’s generic of Ortho-Cept® Tablets: Apri® (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets, USP)

Is Enskyce generic for Apri?

You can also save money by choosing one of several other Apri generics, such as Desogestrel / Ethinyl Estradiol, Solia, Juleber, Enskyce, Emoquette or Reclipsen. Generics have the SAME active ingredients and dosage as the name brand.

How effective is Emoquette birth control?

These three steps make Emoquette (and other daily pills) more than 90% effective at preventing pregnancy. Not only does Emoquette work to prevent pregnancy, but it may also improve period symptoms in some women. A lack of ovulation and a thinner uterine wall may result in lighter periods or even fewer periods.

What is Emoquette used for?

This combination hormone medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It contains 2 hormones: a progestin and an estrogen. It works mainly by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) during your menstrual cycle.

How much does Desogen cost?

The products combine two types of female hormones, an estrogen and a progestin. They are used to prevent ovulation and pregnancy. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of generic Desogen is around $12.16, 42% off the average retail price of $21.22.

How many pills are in a Desogen pack?

Desogen packs contain seven “reminder” pills to keep you on your regular cycle. Your period will usually begin while you are using these reminder pills. You may have breakthrough bleeding, especially during the first 3 months.

What are the most common Desogen side effects?

Common Desogen side effects may include: nausea, vomiting (especially when you first start taking this medicine); breast tenderness; breakthrough bleeding; acne, darkening of facial skin; weight gain; or problems with contact lenses.