Contraception
New low-dose Ortho Tri-Cyclen approved by FDA
Published in Women's Health Weekly, October 3rd, 2002
Like other oral contraceptives, Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, is highly effective when taken correctly. It contains a combination of hormones - estrogen and the progestin norgestimate.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo was developed by Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical, Inc.
"Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is an important new option in birth control, and one that I believe women will be excited about," said Ronald T. Burkman,...
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