To begin with, you absolutely should have been given that package insert. My recommendation would be to call Wyeth's Alesse line at 1-800-934-5556 and tell them a) you were blatantly not given one and by whom and b) you want to be sent one. It's a good idea to keep medication information on hand while you take it, especially if you just recently started taking it. That way, if she were to have an allergic reaction or something along those lines, you would be able to provide documentation of exactly what she was taking. You should do this for all meds, not just birth control.
As far as side effects go when switching, unfortunately all I can tell you is that every woman is different. She could experience any one of the following:
- breast tenderness
- spotting between periods
- headaches
- stomach aches
- naseau
- vomiting
Since these symptoms usually occur and are at their worst within the first four hours of taking the pill, have her try taking it right before bed.
I think you should absolutely see another physician, maybe someone that a friend or family member recommends so that you know you won't be going to an uncaring, insensitive jerk.
Good luck and keep us updated.