Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
Information about Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
Ethinyl estradiol + gestodene uses
Ethinyl Estradiol+Gestodene is used for contraception. It may also be used in the treatment of irregular periods.
How ethinyl estradiol + gestodene works
This is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Common side effects of ethinyl estradiol + gestodene
Nausea, Stomach pain, Headache, Weight gain, Breast pain, Irregular uterine bleeding
Available Medicine for Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
Expert advice for Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
- Your doctor has prescribed Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene to help you prevent pregnancy.
- It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
- It may help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.
- Take your pill at the same time every day 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.
- Do not use Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest, or have a history of blood clots.
- 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.
- Stop taking Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene and inform your doctor immediately if you notice your skin and whites of the eye turning yellow (jaundice), severe stomach pain, severe depression or if you think you could be pregnant.
Frequently asked questions for Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene
Q. What is Ethinyl Estradiol+Gestodene and what is it used for?
Ethinyl Estradiol+Gestodene is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Ethinyl Estradiol+Gestodene?
Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Q. What if I forget to take Ethinyl Estradiol+Gestodene?
If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at the same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least 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.