[1] Some preparations of EE/NETA used in birth control additionally contain an iron supplement in the form of ferrous fumarate.
[3] Norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol have been approved in the US for the prevention of pregnancy as a swallowable tablet since 1968.
[8] Ethinylestradiol/norethisterone acetate is also indicated in women with an intact uterus for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms associated with the menopause; and for prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis.
[2][9][10] In July 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Femlyv, the first orally disintegrating tablet for the prevention of pregnancy.
[4] Norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol have been approved in the US for the prevention of pregnancy as a swallowable tablet since 1968.