Side effects from starting the pill

Anon - Here's the information provided by the manufacturer:

Side Effects of Ortho-Tri-Cyclen - for the Consumer

Ortho-Tri-Cyclen

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Ortho-Tri-Cyclen:

Nausea; vomiting; weight change; bleeding between menstrual periods; breast tenderness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Ortho-Tri-Cyclen:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); calf/leg pain or swelling; changes in vision; chest pain; difficulty wearing contact lenses; dizziness or fainting; headache or sudden severe headache; lumps in the breast; missed menstrual period; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; persistent or recurrent abnormal vaginal bleeding; severe stomach pain; slurred speech; swelling of fingers or ankles; trouble breathing or shortness of breath; yellowing skin or eyes.

You can find the full report here.
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/ortho-tri-cyclen-side-effects.html

If your symptoms worsen you may want to seek medical attention. Hope this helps! Pat