What kind of birth control is Minastrin?

Asked by: Justin Peyton

Minastrin 24 Fe (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiolethinyl estradiolEthinylestradiol (EE) is an estrogen medication which is used widely in birth control pills in combination with progestins. In the past, EE was widely used for various indications such as the treatment of menopausal symptoms, gynecological disorders, and certain hormone-sensitive cancers.

What are the most popular birth control pills?

What Is the Most Common Birth Control Pill?

• Ethinylestradiol and norethindrone (Brevicon, Modicon, Wera, Balziva, Briellyn, Gildagia, Philith, Zenchent)
• Ethinylestradiol and norgestimate (Estarylla, Previfem, Sprintec)
• Drospirenone and ethinylestradiol (Ocella, Yasmin, Zarah, Yaz)

What are the most common side effects of norethindrone?

Common side effects may include:

• irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting;
• headache;
• breast pain or swelling;
• stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting;
• hair loss;
• depressed mood, trouble sleeping;
• weight gain; or.
• vaginal itching or discharge.