Desogen

Tablet containing ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel What kind of medication is this? Oral contraceptives that include ETHINOL ESTRADIOL and DESOGESTREL are proven to be effective (birth control pill or "the pill"). Moreover, it can assist control the flow of menstruation, cure acne, or be used for the treatment of other hormone-related issues that affect females. Before I start using this medicine, what information should I share with my health care professional? They need to know if you are now suffering from or have previously suffered from any of the following conditions: Clots of blood form difficulties with blood sugar, such as diabetes cancer of the breast, cervix, ovary, or uterus, or vaginal bleeding that is uncommon and has not been assessed by a health care provider depression fibroids gallbladder disease issues with the heart or circulation hypertension; high blood pressure jaundice liver disease menstruation troubles Headaches caused by migraines stroke systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) cigarette smokers are more likely to have unexpected or adverse reactions to estrogen and progestin, as well as other hormones, medications, foods, colors, and preservatives. pregnant or attempting to get pregnant breast-feeding What is the correct way to take this medication? You are to take the ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel pills orally. Before you start taking these pills, decide what time of day is most convenient for you, and then take them at that time every day, making sure to take them in the order that was given to you. Take a full glass of water with the pills, and then swallow them. Consume with food to lessen the likelihood of stomach upset. Take this medication exactly as directed, and no more. The majority of the 28 tablets comprise hormones that are active. You should begin using this product on the first Sunday after the first day of your period, or on the first day of your period, whichever comes first. Make sure that you have an extra month's supply of your medication on hand so that you will not forget to take it on the first day of the next cycle. In the event that you intend to give this medication to a child, it is imperative that you consult with a pediatrician or another qualified medical professional first. What should I do if I forget a dose? Make every effort not to skip any doses. If this is the case, it is strongly recommended that you speak with a medical professional as soon as possible. If you forget to take a dose, you should take it as soon as you remember, and then continue taking your medication at the prescribed intervals. You are allowed to take two tablets in a single day. If you skip two doses in a row (days), you should take two tablets for the next two days, and then you should go back to your regular dosing schedule. If you forget to take one or two of your pills, you need to make sure that you use an additional method of birth control for the following week in addition to the pills. If you are going to miss three doses in a row, you need to contact your doctor or another professional in the medical field for further instructions. It is highly likely that you will be required to discard the remaining tablets in that cycle pack and begin the process again. Alternate methods of birth control should be utilized until at least seven doses have been administered during the first cycle of the new cycle. If you forget to take a pill, you might experience some spotting or light bleeding. If you forget one of the last seven pills, you have the option of either doubling the dose or skipping it altogether; however, it is critical that you begin the next month's cycle on the day that was originally planned. In addition, you will be required to get in touch with your health care provider in order to receive specific instructions. These instructions will vary depending on which tablets have been skipped, for how many days they have been skipped, and based on what week of your current cycle you are currently taking tablets. What other substances could react with this medication? antibiotics or other medicines for infections, particularly rifampin, rifabutin, and rifpentine; griseofulvin aprepitant, a medicine used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy; and anastrozole medicines containing barbiturates that are used to induce sleep or treat convulsions (convulsions) bosentan\scarbamazepine caffeine clofibrate cyclosporine dantrolene doxercalciferol exemestane grapefruit juice hydrocortisone letrozole medicines for anxiety or sleeping problems, such as diazepam or temazepam medicines for mental depression hydrocortisone letrozole medicines for mental depression medicines for diabetes, including troglitazone and pioglitazone mineral oil medications such as modafinil, mycophenolate, nefazodone, oxcarbazepine, phenytoin, prednisolone, or ritonavir, in addition to other anti-HIV or anti-AIDS medications, are available. selegiline soy isoflavones supplements St. John's Wort testolactone theophylline topiramate warfarin tamoxifen or raloxifene tamoxifen or raloxifene tamoxifen or raloxifene tamoxifen or Tell your doctor or other health care professional about any and all other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter medications, nutritional supplements, or herbal products, even if they were not prescribed to you. If you are a regular user of drinks that contain caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs, you should also let your prescriber or another health care professional know this. These could have an impact on how well your medication works. Check with your doctor before you stop taking any of your medications or begin any new ones. What side effects should I be on the lookout for while I'm taking this medication? Make sure to keep your doctor updated on your situation so he or she can monitor your progress. You should get a complete checkup once every 6 months to once every year. If you notice any changes in the normal pattern of your vaginal bleeding, you should consult your doctor or another qualified medical professional. If you do not have your period at the expected time, you should investigate the possibility of becoming pregnant. Visit your doctor or the healthcare provider who prescribed your medication as soon as you can. During the first cycle of taking these tablets, you should also use an additional method of birth control to prevent pregnancy. If you want to get pregnant and stop taking these pills, it may take some time before your body returns to its normal cycle of ovulation. It's possible that it will take anywhere from three to six months for your ovulation and fertility to return to normal. Talk to your health care provider about your intentions regarding pregnancy. If you are taking oral contraceptives to treat acne, hirsutism (hair growth that is similar to that of men), endometriosis, or any other hormone-related condition, it is possible that it will take several months of continued treatment before you notice an improvement in your symptoms or condition. While taking ethinyl estradiol/desogestrel, the risk of getting a blood clot or having a stroke is significantly increased if the patient smokes tobacco, and this risk is especially elevated in patients older than 35 years of age. It is highly recommended that you refrain from smoking. Oral contraceptives have been shown to make users more sensitive to the sun, leading to an increased risk of sunburn. When spending extended amounts of time outside, make sure to apply sunscreen and wear protective clothing. When using tanning booths, you should exercise extreme caution. If you wear contact lenses and notice changes in your vision or if the lenses start to feel uncomfortable, you should make an appointment with an eye care specialist as soon as possible. There is a possibility that some women will experience gums that are tender, swollen, or bleed slightly. In the event that this occurs, you should contact your dentist. Regularly brushing and flossing your teeth can help reduce the risk of this happening. Visit your dentist on a regular basis, and be sure to tell them about any medications you're already taking. You run the risk of getting a yeast infection in your vaginal area. Visit your prescriber or another health care provider to confirm that you do in fact have a yeast infection if this is your first experience ever having one. You should get and use an over-the-counter medication to treat the yeast infection if you have had yeast infections in the past and feel comfortable treating the problem on your own without the assistance of a doctor. It is possible that you will be required to stop taking your birth control pills one month prior to any elective surgery that you have scheduled for yourself. Before making an appointment for surgery, you should seek the advice of a qualified medical professional. The use of oral contraceptives does not provide any protection against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV infection (AIDS) or any other STDs. What potential negative reactions might I get from taking this medication? Oral contraceptives have a low risk of causing severe adverse effects in women who are otherwise healthy and who do not smoke while they are using the medication. On average, more women experience difficulties as a result of complications that arise from becoming pregnant as opposed to experiencing difficulties as a result of using oral contraceptives. As your body becomes accustomed to the medication, it's possible that some of the minor side effects will go away. However, there is a possibility of experiencing severe adverse effects, and you should discuss this possibility with the medical professional who is taking care of you. There is a possibility that blood clots are responsible for the following symptoms or side effects, and you should seek immediate medical attention or call 911 if you experience them: chest pain symptoms including bloody coughing, dizziness, and fainting. discomfort in the groin, legs, or arms Headaches that come on suddenly or are severe. stomach pain (severe) a sudden and severe lack of breath rapid weight gain, swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles, or sudden loss of coordination especially on one side of the body difficulties with vision or speech symptoms such as a lack of strength or numbness in the limbs, particularly on one side of the body Other serious adverse effects almost never occur. If you experience any of the following potential adverse effects, please get in touch with your doctor as soon as possible: alterations or discharge of the breast tissue alterations in the amount of bleeding that occurs during your period or in the time between your periods Headaches and migraines may occur. increases in blood sugar, particularly if you have diabetes; increases in blood pressure, particularly if it is known that you have high blood pressure; and so on and so forth. a vaginal infection's telltale signs and symptoms (itching, irritation or unusual discharge) a soreness in the region of the upper abdomen symptoms including nausea and vomiting yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that, in most cases, do not require immediate medical attention but should be reported to your doctor if they persist or become bothersome include the following: bleeding and spotting that doesn't stop despite taking the pills for the first three cycles. breast tenderness mild stomach upset alterations in one's mood, anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, or other outbursts of emotion appetite that is either increased or decreased heightened sensitivity to the sun and other sources of ultraviolet light gastrointestinal distress skin rash, acne, or brown spots on the skin fatigue weight increase This list might not contain all of the potential negative effects. Where exactly can I store my medication? Be sure that youngsters can't get their hands on it. Keep at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Maintain a secure lid on the container. After the expiration date, any medicine that has been used but not finished should be thrown away.