Femilon Tablet

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Composition FOR Femilon

Ethinyl Estradiol(0.02mg),Desogestrel(0.15mg)

food interaction for Femilon

alcohol interaction for Femilon

pregnancy interaction for Femilon

lactation interaction for Femilon

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Femilon Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Femilon Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Femilon Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Femilon Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Nonhormonal and progestin-only contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Femilon

Ethinyl Estradiol(0.02mg)

Uses

How it works

Ethinyl Estradiol is a synthetic estrogen (female hormone). In women of reproductive age, it helps in maintaining normal menstrual cycle (periods). In women undergoing menopause, it works by fulfilling the deficiency of estrogen hormone, thereby preventing symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings.

Common side effects

Headache, Nausea, Breast tenderness, Uterine bleeding
Desogestrel(0.15mg)

Uses

Desogestrel is used for contraception.

How it works

Desogestrel is a progestin (female hormone). It works by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing the fertilization of the egg by sperm. It may also work by changing the lining of the uterus (womb) and increasing the thickness of cervical mucus to prevent pregnancy.

Common side effects

Headache, Nausea, Weight gain, Breast pain, Acne, Depression, Vomiting, Vaginal infection, Absence of menstrual periods, Pain during periods, Ovarian cysts, Mood swings, Decreased libido, Irregular menstrual cycles, Fatigue, Hair loss, Rash, Urticaria, Erythema nodosum, Hypersensitivity

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Expert advice FOR Femilon

  • Ethinyl Estradiol is used as a part of hormone replacement therapy in older women who are going through menopause or in younger women whose ovaries have not developed properly.
  • It may also be used to treat prostate cancer in men and to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
  • Take it at the same time everyday to help you remember to take it.
  • You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
  • Ensure that you undergo regular breast screening (for presence of lumps or any abnormal changes) and cervical smear test while taking this medicine.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.

Frequently asked questions FOR Femilon

Ethinyl Estradiol

Q. What is Ethinyl Estradiol and what is it used for?
Ethinyl Estradiol is type of female sex hormone. It is used as hormone replacement therapy. It can also be used to treat problems related to your monthly menstrual periods. In some women, it may be used to prevent osteoporosis (thinning and weakening of bone), but only if they are unable to take other medicines for this condition. In men, it may be prescribed for the treatment of prostate cancer.
Q. When and how to take Ethinyl Estradiol?
Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, you must try to take Ethinyl Estradiol at the same time every day to ensure consistent levels of the medicine in your body.
Q. What if I miss to take Ethinyl Estradiol?
If you miss a dose, you should take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost the time for your next dose, do not take the missed dose but simply continue the usual dosing schedule. However, missing a dose may increase the likelihood of breakthrough bleeding and spotting (blood stain). If the bleeding lasts longer, consult your doctor.
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Q. What are the most common side effects which I may experience while taking Ethinyl Estradiol?
The common side effects associated with Ethinyl Estradiol are nausea, breast tenderness, headache, weight gain, mood changes, and vaginal discharge. Most of these symptoms are temporary. However, if they persist, check with your doctor as soon as possible.

Desogestrel

Q. What is Desogestrel and what is it used for?
Desogestrel is “progesterone-only” oral contraceptive pill. Progesterone only pills contain the hormone progesterone, but do not contain estrogen. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Desogestrel?
Take this medicine as per your doctor's advice. Take your tablet at about the same time everyday, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Q. Should I give a break after finishing my pack of Desogestrel pills?
When you finish a pack, start the next pack straight away without having a break. You may have lighter, normal or no periods while taking Desogestrel. Continue taking Desogestrel without waiting for your next period.
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Q. How effective is this pill?
Desogestrel is more than 99% effective when taken correctly. This means fewer than 1 woman in 100 who uses the progestogen-only pill as contraception will get pregnant in 1 year. However, missing pills, vomiting, and diarrhoea can make it less effective.
Q. What if I forget to take Desogestrel?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember and continue the usual dosing schedule. However, if the dose was missed by more than 12 hours, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. Use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms, at least for the next 7 days, to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor, if this persists.
Q. What if I vomit after taking Desogestrel?
If you vomit within 3-4 hours of taking Desogestrel tablet, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take another dose.
Q. What are the common side effects of taking Desogestrel?
You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking Desogestrel. Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), acne, depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary, if these persist consult with your doctor.
Q. What are the advantages of using Desogestrel (progesterone-only pill) over combined oral contraceptive pills?
The progesterone only pill can also be used by those women who are lactating. With progesterone-only pills, you would stay away from the side effects of estrogen, which are usually associated with combined oral contraceptive pills.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)