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Pharmaranks rates Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a combination medicine containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate.

Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate · by Janssen Pharms

Available as a generic: Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate
Form
Tablet
Strength
Ethinyl Estradiol 0.025MG,0.025MG,0.025MG; Norgestimate 0.18MG,0.215MG,0.25MG **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Janssen Pharms
FDA application
NDA021241
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

Dosage forms

Tablet

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

How is Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo rated?
pharmaranks gives Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is marketed by Janssen Pharms. You can see Janssen Pharms's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo a brand-name or generic drug?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Norgestimate are available — ask your pharmacist.
Is Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo available over the counter?
No. Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo come in?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo FDA-registered?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA021241. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo been recalled by the FDA?
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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