NuvaRing (Etonogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol)

NuvaRing is a flexible, monthly vaginal ring for preventing pregnancy. One ring is placed in the vagina and left in for 3 weeks, then taken out for a 1-week ring-free break; a new ring goes in exactly one week after the last one was removed.

The ring releases about 0.120 mg of etonogestrel (a progestin) and 0.015 mg of ethinyl estradiol (an oestrogen) each day. These hormones stop ovulation and change the cervical mucus and womb lining so that pregnancy is prevented.

• Boxed warning: cigarette smoking raises the risk of serious heart and blood vessel events with combined hormonal contraceptives. Women over 35 who smoke must not use NuvaRing.
• There is a higher risk of blood clots, stroke and heart attack, especially with other risk factors.
• Not for women with a past or current blood clot, stroke or heart disease, a clotting disorder, uncontrolled high blood pressure, migraine with aura, breast cancer, liver tumours or liver disease, or unexplained vaginal bleeding.
• It does not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections. If the ring is out for more than 3 hours, follow the label instructions and use condoms for 7 days.

Can NuvaRing be imported to India?

Yes. When a gynaecologist prescribes NuvaRing and it cannot be bought locally, it can be imported in the patient’s name under the named-patient route.

How many rings should I order?

One ring covers one 4-week cycle (3 weeks in, 1 week out). The US box contains 3 rings, which is 3 months. Since the rings must be used within 4 months of being dispensed, it is best to order no more than about 4 months at a time.

What documents do we need?

• A prescription from a gynaecologist
• A short medical history, including smoking status, blood pressure and any past blood clots or migraine
• Government-issued photo ID of the patient

We confirm the order only after the prescription has been checked.

How should NuvaRing be stored?

Before it is dispensed, it is kept in a refrigerator at 2–8 °C. After you receive it, you can keep it at room temperature (up to 25 °C, short spells up to 30 °C) for up to 4 months, away from direct sunlight. Use it within 4 months or before the printed expiry date, whichever comes first.

NuvaRing must be kept cold until it is dispensed and used within 4 months after that, so we confirm the shipping arrangement and the use-by date with every quote. IPN sources it from authorised distributors.

For NuvaRing price in India, call +91 96548 60915, WhatsApp +91 93100 90915 or email info@indianpharmanetwork.in.

Global Approval Status:

• United States: FDA-approved on 3 October 2001 (Organon).
• United Kingdom and Switzerland: Authorised (Organon).

Sources:

• NuvaRing – US prescribing information on DailyMed (Organon)
• Drugs@FDA – NuvaRing, NDA 021187
• NuvaRing – UK SmPC (Organon, eMC)

Information last checked: October 2026.

What is NuvaRing (Etonogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol) prescribed for?

NuvaRing is a combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal ring indicated for prevention of pregnancy.

Who markets NuvaRing?

NuvaRing comes from Organon (made by N.V. Organon, the Netherlands).

How long does one NuvaRing last?

Each ring is used for 3 weeks, followed by a 1-week break before inserting a new ring.

How does NuvaRing help?

The ring releases about 0.120 mg of etonogestrel (a progestin) and 0.015 mg of ethinyl estradiol (an oestrogen) each day.

What if NuvaRing slips out?

If it has been out for less than 3 hours, rinse it in cool or lukewarm water and put it back; protection is not reduced. If it has been out longer, follow the label instructions for that week and use condoms until the ring has been in for 7 days in a row.

Has NuvaRing been approved by the FDA?

Yes. NuvaRing is FDA-approved for use by females of reproductive age to prevent pregnancy.