Get Virtual Care
  • Primary Care
  • Urgent Care
  • FAQs
  • Support Center
For Businesses
  • Direct Primary Care for Organizations
  • For DMEs and Pharmacies
  • For Health Plans
  • For Providers
About Us
  • Who We Are
  • Why HealthTap
  • Our Standards
  • Contact
Log in
Book a video appointment
Book now
  • Get Virtual Care

    • Primary Care
    • Urgent Care
    • FAQs
    • Support Center
  • For Businesses

    • Direct Primary Care for Organizations
    • For DMEs and Pharmacies
    • For Health Plans
    • For Providers
  • About Us

    • Who We Are
    • Why HealthTap
    • Our Standards
    • Contact
Log in to HealthTap
HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients
Book a video visit
Overview
Side Effects
Treats
Related questions
HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients
Book a video visit
Medications
Cryselle

Cryselle

Share

Link copied

Generic Drug

Norgestrel-ethinyl estradiol

Side Effects

Common

Headache
Abdominal pain
Weight changes
Breast pain
Emotional instability
Mask of pregnancy
Emotional problems

Treats

Endometriosis
Condition

Related questions

A 18-year old female asked:

I've taken cryselle before will it still work the same or different since i had a baby?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 25-year old female asked:

How long does it take the birthcontrol cryselle to be effective?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

Are cryselle and low esgestrol the same? Can I have mood swings from one and not the other

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

Is there an additional pill that is safe with BC to stop your period once it has begun? Or simply taking more than one pill (Cryselle)?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Effectiveness of cryselle 28 pill used alone against pregnancy (when never missed a dose & take around same time) or any kind of suggestions?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 31-year old female asked:

Hi I just started taking cryselle 28 7 days ago and since the 2nd day of taking the bc I've had symptoms of an UTI, should I stop taking and see dr?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

Is ortho cyclen known for weight gain and is it similar to cryselle?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 17-year old female asked:

Birth control. (Cryselle) If take my pill an hour late 2 days in a row, am I still safe?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 20-year old female asked:

Last night i had severe cramping for the 1st time when on active bc pills. I've been on cryselle for 4 yrs. I'm 5'6'' 113lbs. What might be the cause?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Finished my cycle a few days ago. I take cryselle- is it really effective against pregnancy if taken every day around the same time? Or should I worry

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 33-year old female asked:

My dr. Has me taking birthcontrol cryselle active pills for 4 packs straight & then get my pireod i started the 4th pack sunday but been spoting aweek?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

My doctor gave me low ogestrel instead of cryselle are they the same?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

Is cryselle a good brand of birth control? Is it more likely to cause unwanted side effects than other brands?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A 21-year old female asked:

Should I take the plan B pill if just worried about Precum? Had unprotected sex the week of ovulation but on cryselle bc

3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

I am on a low dose BCP (Cryselle) I've had breakthrough bleeding 2 weeks ago and I'm now a few days late. I haven't had sex though. What to do?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

On cryselle for about 6 months. I take it everyday around the same time. Chances i can get pregnant if he cums in me or pulls out? Bc im worried

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Period started dec24 & cycle is normally about 28 days from a ovulation calc. I am on cryselle. When's my ovulation & fertile days? Or does it matter

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

On cryselle 28(never miss), condom broke but not while in me-put another on-too nervous so stopped & he did not finish. took plan b 19hrs later. preg?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

EXTREMELY PAINFUL stomach cramps, to the point i cant stand or lay down, first day on cryselle 28. Pharacist gave me meds that expire this month 2/15?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 44-year old asked:

Can cryselle cause dry mouth?

2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

A 25-year old female asked:

I've been taking cryselle birth control for 16 days now and the 15th day i had u protected sex, could i be pregnant?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Bad UTI causing pain. On meds 4xday. Still having cramps/pain in that area- could it also be bc cycle is suppose to start? On cryselle- never missed

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

How long do I have to wait for my birth control to take effect? I did a quick start. It's cryselle brand if that makes any difference. My boyfriend and i are planning on using condoms as well.

2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

A female asked:

I have had odd things going on with my period hey, i had something odd happen with my period. Im on cryselle, and i started my period on my last active pill before the sugar pills, and it has lasted for 5 days, and was also 5 days early. It started on a s

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

Is there a way to stop your period with birth control (Cryselle) the day it begins?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 21-year old female asked:

How high is the chance of getting pregnant off precum when had sex the week which ovulation start but didn't cum.I am also on cryselle BC.

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 22-year old female asked:

I take Cryselle.I had sex 5 days ago and I'm bleeding heavily still and I'm supposed to get my period this week, should I keep taking my medicine?

1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

A 22-year old female asked:

How does Black Cohosh affect Cryselle? Is it a mild, moderate, or severe interaction? Currently taking for less painful menstruation.

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

I'm on a low dose birth control (Cryselle) and I had breakthrough bleeding about two weeks ago. Havent had sex, and I'm 4 days late. What to do?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 18-year old female asked:

I've been takin cryselle birth control for about 6-7 months, if my boyfriend comes inside me can I get pregnant? We are in a strong relationship.

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

HealthTap
HIPAA logo
HIPAASecure
Soc 2 Type 2 logo
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHO Accredited
JCAHOAccredited

For Businesses

Direct Primary Care for OrganizationsFor DMEs and PharmaciesFor Health PlansFor Providers

Company

About UsSupport CenterContact Us

Health Content

Health TopicsDoctor Q&A by Specialty

Join Us

For DoctorsJobs
Member App

Download HealthTap

Video visit and message your doctor

Member App QR Code
Play Store Member LinkApp Store Member Link

Questions?

+1 (888) 828-0841support@healthtap.com
LinkedInTwitter
HomeTermsPrivacyCookiesDMCAHealth TopicsDoctors DirectoryDoctor Q&A by Specialty
Copyright 2026 HealthTap, Inc.