Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest
About Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is a combined oral contraceptive used as a means of birth control in women who wish to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Additionally, it is also used in the treatment of irregular menstrual cycles and moderate to severe acne. A combined oral contraceptive is a birth-control pill, colloquially referred to as the pill, and it is used as a means of oral birth control by women.
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is composed of Ethinyl estradiol and Dienogest. It is an ovulation inhibitor, which inhibits the release of potent eggs from the ovary, thereby preventing pregnancy. It also changes the cervical ambience, making cervical secretions thicker and hostile to any incoming sperm. Hence, it is a very potent contraceptive. In addition, the dienogest component inhibits gonadotropin (sex hormone) production and also suppresses the growth of uterine cells. Therefore, Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest helps prevent pregnancy.
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest may be taken on an empty stomach, but it is better to take it after having food. In some cases, Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, breast soreness, headache and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.
If you are allergic to any of its components, please inform the doctor before using Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest. Keep the doctor informed if you are on treatment for any cardiovascular disease, mental health disorder, liver disease, gallbladder disease or breast/uterine/cervical cancer. Before taking Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest, inform your doctor of your entire medical and surgical history. Please consult your doctor before taking Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.
Uses of Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest
Medicinal Benefits
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is a combined oral contraceptive that contains two hormones, oestrogen (ethinyl estradiol) and progestin (dienogest). Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is used to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and changing the consistency of cervical secretions. In patients suffering from menorrhagia, Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest reduces the intensity and duration of menstrual bleeding. Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest reduces hair and skin greasiness, providing relief to blackheads/whiteheads and acne-prone skin.
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Side Effects of Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Breast tenderness
- Dizziness
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Oral Contraception: Oral contraception is birth control taken by mouth by women to prevent pregnancy. It is commonly referred to as the pill. Oral contraceptives contain hormonal preparations of female sex hormones for birth control.
Menorrhagia: Severe loss of blood during a period lasting more than seven days is called menorrhagia. It is a form of dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Common signs and symptoms include heavy bleeding and large blood clots.
Acne: Acne is a skin condition in which pores get blocked or clogged, leading to the appearance of whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and greasy skin. It is caused by a bacterium called Propionibacterium acnes.
FAQs
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest works by suppressing ovulation and by changing cervical mucous thickness, thereby preventing pregnancy and acting as an effective birth control method.
It is not advisable to use Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest for at least a minimum of 4 weeks after delivery. After 4weeks you can resume its use. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is not known to affect conception rates as it’s been found that women got pregnant pretty soon after discontinuing Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest. Please consult your doctor for more information.
Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest is not recommended or indicated in the treatment of any breast tumours or cancers.
It is considered as a missed dose if you vomit within 2 hours of taking Ethinyl Estradiol+dienogest. So, you should take another dose as soon as you feel better.
