Planit Tablet
Rs.53.70for 1 strip(s) (21 tablets each)
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Planit Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Planit Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Planit 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
Planit Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Planit
Ethinyl Estradiol(0.03mg)
Uses
Ethinyl Estradiol is used as hormone replacement therapy, post menopausal osteoporosis and prostate cancer.
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
Levonorgestrel(0.15mg)
Uses
Levonorgestrel is used for emergency contraception. It provides a safe and effective way to prevent an unintended pregnancy after unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.
How it works
Levonorgestrel is a progestin-only, levonorgestrel-containing emergency contraceptive pill. It works primarily by preventing or delaying the release of an egg from the ovary (a process known as ovulation). Hence, the sooner it is taken the better.
Common side effects
Otitis media (infection of ear), Depression, Diarrhea, Breast tenderness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Dizziness, Breast pain, Abdominal pain, Menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding), Lighter menstrual bleeding, Vomiting, Vaginal discharge, Nervousness, Vaginal inflammation, Pain during periods, Weight gain, Decreased libido, High blood pressure, Back pain, Vaginal yeast infection, Cough, Acne, Protein in urine, Blood in urine, Cystitis, Ketones in urine, White blood cells in urine, Appendicitis, Stroke, Malignant liver tumors, Benign liver tumors, Diabetes, Arterial thromboembolism (blood clot in artery), Venous thromboembolism, Breast cancer, Lightheadedness, Palpitations, Constipation, Feeling thirsty, Increased blood platelets, Decreased hemoglobin, Tonsil inflammation, Increased glucose level in blood, Muscle twitching, Leg cramps, Unusual crying, Corpus luteum cyst, Ectopic pregnancy, Menstrual disorder
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Expert advice FOR Planit
- 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 Planit
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.
Levonorgestrel
Q. What is Levonorgestrel?
It is an emergency contraceptive pill which is used in case of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure, to prevent an unintended or unwanted pregnancy.
Q. When is it appropriate to take Levonorgestrel tablet?
You should take it only in emergency situations such as unprotected sex (no contraceptive use), contraceptive failure (e.g. broken condom), or irregular use of your birth control pills.
Q. How should I take Levonorgestrel?
Take one tablet as soon as possible, not later than 72 hours (3 days) after the first episode of unprotected sex or contraceptive failure.