Hello doctor, My insurance will no longer be covering my birth control pill at a reasonable copay (orthotricyclen-Lo). I have severe endometriosis, and this helps with the pain. What would be a comparable alternative, or a pill that is good for endometriosis?
Hello, and I hope I can help you today. Any oral contraceptive can help with endometriosis, as long as it reduces the length and amount of your menstrual cycle.  If you like the formulation of Or tho TRI Cycle Lo, North TRI Cycle Lo is no longer made by the manufacturer.  However, the active ingredient Norgestimate is present in many generic pill formulations.  There is a generic of North TRI Cycle Lo, called TRI lo Sprinter, which may be covered under your plan. In addition, Or tho Cycle, which is the monophasic regimen (same dose all month) has a generic.  The name can vary, but some brands available in the US are called Sprinter, Fondness, or Estrella.  Your pharmacist could recommend an alternative for your doctor to prescribe. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that this information was helpful. Best wishes,