Balcoltra
Warnings
What may interact with Balcoltra?
Do not take this medication with the following:
-Tranexamic acid
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Antibiotics, such as rifampin
-Bosentan
-Certain medications for breast cancer, such as anastrozole, exemestane, letrozole
-Certain medications for seizures, such as carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, topiramate
-Colesevelam
-Cyclosporine
-Grapefruit juice
-Supplements, such as soy isoflavones or St. John's wort
-Steroid medications, such as prednisone or cortisone
-Theophylline
-Thyroid hormones
This medication may affect how other medications work, and other medications may affect the way this medication works. Talk with your care team about all the medications you take. They may suggest changes to your treatment plan to lower the risk of side effects and to make sure your medications work as intended.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Balcoltra
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Breast, cervical, endometrial, ovarian, liver, or uterine cancer
-Depression
-Diabetes
-Have had a heart attack or stroke
-Have or have had blood clots
-Having surgery
-Heart disease
-High blood pressure
-High cholesterol
-Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
-Liver disease
-Migraine
-Tobacco use
-Unusual vaginal bleeding
-An unusual or allergic reaction to estrogens, progestins, iron, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using Balcoltra?
Visit your care team for regular health checks while on this medication.
You may need to use another form of contraception, such as a condom, during the first cycle of this medication.
If you may be pregnant, stop taking this medication right away and contact your care team.
Talk to your care team if you use tobacco products. Changes to your treatment plan may be needed. Tobacco increases the risk of getting a blood clot or having a stroke while you are taking this medication. This risk is higher if you are 35 years or older.
You may get dark patches on your face (chloasma) while taking this medication. If you noticed dark patches on your face during a pregnancy, your risk of getting it is higher. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps, tanning beds, or tanning booths.
If you are going to need surgery or other procedure, tell your care team that you are using this medication.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.
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