Nextstellis Will Be a New Oral Contraceptive

July 2021

Rx Nextstellis (estetrol/drospirenone) will be the first oral contraceptive (OC) to contain a new estrogen in decades.

Reps will tout that estetrol, or "E4," is plant-derived.

But Nextstellis still has similar risks and warnings as combo OCs that contain ethinyl estradiol.

Practical advice for a better career, with unlimited access to CE

Pharmacy Technician's Letter includes:

12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and hot topics
120+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
Helpful, in-depth Technician Tutorials
Access to the entire archive

Subscribe Today!

Already a subscriber? Log in

Volume pricing available. Get a quote

Table of Contents

Med Safety Watch for Unexpected Ingredients in New Zantac Products
COVID-19 Know the Latest About COVID-19 Vaccines
COVID-19 Listen for Myths About COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Contraceptives Nextstellis Will Be a New Oral Contraceptive
Med Safety Limit Measurement Abbreviation Mishaps
Sleep Disorders Help Travelers Beat Jet Lag
Bites & Stings Be Familiar With First Aid Strategies for Jellyfish and Scorpion Stings
Infectious Diseases Look for Shorter Durations on Antibiotic Rxs
Ear, Nose & Throat Stay Alert for Patients Who Need Help With Nosebleeds