Elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone
Generic name: elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone [ EL-a-GOE-lix, ES-tra-DYE-ol, and-nor-ETH-in-drone ]
Brand name: Oriahnn
Dosage form: oral capsule (300 mg-1 mg-0.5 mg)
Drug class:Sex hormone combinations
What is elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone?
Elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone (Oriahnn) is used to control heavy menstrual bleeding in adult women with uterine fibroids.
Oriahnn is not for use in women who have entered menopause.
Oriahnn may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant.
You should not use this medicine if you have: uncontrolled high blood pressure, heart disease, circulation problems (especially with diabetes), undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, liver disease, severe migraine headaches, osteoporosis, if you smoke and are over 35, or if you have ever had a heart attack, a stroke, a blood clot, or cancer of the breast, uterus/cervix, or vagina.
Taking this medicine can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack. Your risk of these side effects is highest if you are older than 35 and you smoke, or if you have high cholesterol, diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or if you are overweight.
Stop taking this medicine and seek medical attention right away if you have chest pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, a sudden severe headache, problems with vision or speech, or swelling or pain in your leg.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone if you are allergic to elagolix, estradiol, or norethindrone, or if you have:
a history of heart attack, stroke;
a blood clot in your heart, lungs, legs, or eyes;
blood circulation problems;
a heart valve disorder or heart rhythm problems;
uncontrolled high blood pressure;
problems caused by diabetes that affect your eyes, kidneys, nerves, or blood vessels;
severe migraine hea...
