Dose: 1 tab PO qd; Details: may well skip inert tabs for extended or continual cycle; D/C >4wk prior to, restart >2wk soon after surgical procedure w/ VTE risk; restart >4wk postpartum or >6wk postpartum if breastfeedingConcomitant utilization of COCs with metabolic enzyme inducers may well minimize the plasma concentrations of the estrogen and/or