Tri-Estarylla

What is Tri-Estarylla?

Tri-Estarylla is a combined birth control pill that’s over 99% effective if taken correctly. It’s a triphasic pill, meaning the hormone levels change through the 28-day cycle.

How does Tri-Estarylla work?

Tri-Estarylla works in multiple ways to stop pregnancy. One way is by stopping the release of an egg, so it can’t get fertilized. Another way is by thickening the cervical lining, making it hard for the sperm to cross. Lastly, it thins the uterine lining, so if by chance an egg is released, it’s unable to implant. 

Will I get side effects on Tri-Estarylla?

You might get side effects while on Tri-Estarylla. Some of the common side effects include:

• Headache 
• Breast tenderness
• Breast changes
• Stomach discomfort
• Vaginal infections
• Mood changes
• Weight fluctuations

Is Tri-Estarylla a low-dose birth control?

There are two versions of Tri-Estarylla: a standard dose and a low-dose version known as Tri-Lo-Estarylla. The low-dose option is recommended for individuals who get side effects from the higher dose.

What doses of Tri-Estarylla are there?

Tri-Estarylla is a triphasic birth control pill, so the hormone levels fluctuate throughout the month. 

The levels of norgestimate change, while the levels of ethinyl estradiol remain the same. There are three different types of pills in this pack:

• Light blue pill, which contains 0.18 mg of norgestimate and 0.035 mg of ethinyl estradiol.
• Medium blue, which contains 0.215 mg of norgestimate and 0.035 mg of ethinyl estradiol.
• Dark blue, which contains 0.25 mg of norgestimate and 0.035 mg of ethinyl estradiol.

How to take Tri-Estarylla

Tri-Estarylla contains 28 pills: 21 active pills in different shades of blue, and seven inactive green pills. 

In week one, you’ll take light blue pills, followed by medium blue in week 2, then dark blue in week 3, and lastly, green pills in week four. 

You’ll take one pill daily at the same time each day for maximum effectiveness. 

For information on how to start Tri-Estarylla, check the package leaflet. 

How long does Tri-Estarylla take to work?

If you start taking the pill on the first day of your period or immediately after switching from another birth control pill, you should have protection from the start. 

If you start taking the pill at any other time, you’ll need to use an additional form of contraception for the next seven days.

I missed a pill on Tri-Estarylla, now what?

If you use a green pill, don’t worry. These are inactive pills and don’t affect your protection. 

If you miss any of the blue pills, your protection may be less effective. In this case, you’ll need to use another form of contraception for the next seven days to rebuild your pregnancy protection.