NuvaRing® FAQ's

What is NuvaRing®?
NuvaRing® is purported to be a birth control method that is inserted into the vagina to emit a continuous doses of estrogen and progestin for 21 days.

Who manufactures NuvaRing®?
NuvaRing® is manufactured by Organon and Akzo Nobel, which are now divisions of Schering Plough.

What are the side effects of NuvaRing®?
Studies show that NuvaRing® users reported side effects such as, deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

What is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or blood clots, can form in the legs, pelvis or arms causing severe discomfort. It has been found that, if the clot dislodges, it can lead to sudden, and many times fatal, heart attack or stroke.