Tag: Norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol

Oral contraceptives are used by millions of women, but brands can change over time [1.8.1]. The brand name Ortho-Cyclen was discontinued in the U.S. not for safety issues, but as a financial decision by the manufacturer after generic versions became available [1.2.3, 1.6.6].

In 2020, Sprintec was prescribed to approximately 4.2 million people in the United States, making it a widely used oral contraceptive [1.3.1]. A common question is, **Is Sprintec generic for Ortho Cyclen?** The short answer is yes, Sprintec is a generic equivalent [1.2.2, 1.3.1].