Freedase 30 Tablet 21's

Freedase 30 Tablet 21's 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.

Freedase 30 Tablet 21's 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, Freedase 30 Tablet 21's helps prevent pregnancy.

Freedase 30 Tablet 21's may be taken on an empty stomach, but it is better to take it after having food. In some cases, Freedase 30 Tablet 21's 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 Freedase 30 Tablet 21's. 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 Freedase 30 Tablet 21's, inform your doctor of your entire medical and surgical history. Please consult your doctor before taking Freedase 30 Tablet 21's during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.

Freedase 30 Tablet 21's is a combined oral contraceptive that contains two hormones, oestrogen (ethinyl estradiol) and progestin (dienogest). Freedase 30 Tablet 21's is used to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and changing the consistency of cervical secretions. In patients suffering from menorrhagia, Freedase 30 Tablet 21's reduces the intensity and duration of menstrual bleeding. Freedase 30 Tablet 21's reduces hair and skin greasiness, providing relief to blackheads/whiteheads and acne-prone skin. 

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Breast tenderness
• Dizziness

Freedase 30 Tablet 21's should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components. Inform your doctor if you have/had mental health disorders, arterial or thrombotic disorders, cardiovascular health disorders, liver disease, gallbladder disease, history of breast/uterine/cervical cancer, hormone-sensitive cancer or if you smoke. Women with a history of angioedema should exercise caution while taking Freedase 30 Tablet 21's as it may worsen the angioedema. Avoid taking Freedase 30 Tablet 21's during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is advisable not to consume alcohol with Freedase 30 Tablet 21's. Inform the doctor right away if you notice any dark urine, yellowing of the eyes/skin, severe mood changes, or sudden heavy bleeding. Women with a tendency for chloasma/melasma (skin condition commonly seen in middle-aged women) should avoid sun exposure after taking Freedase 30 Tablet 21's.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Freedase 30 Tablet 21's may have interaction with antiepileptics (carbamazepine, phenytoin, felbamate, topiramate), antidepressant (St. John’s wort), antibiotics (rifampicin, rifabutin), anti-fungal (griseofulvin) and anti-HIV drugs (nelfinavir, ritonavir). 

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol. Do not consume grapefruit juice as it may interfere with the absorption of Freedase 30 Tablet 21's. 

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have blood clotting disorders, hypertension, high cholesterol, breast disorders, cancer, depression, diabetes, angioedema, heart problems, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, liver disease, stroke, unexplained vaginal bleeding and/or thyroid issues.

• CARBAMAZEPINE
• PHENYTOIN
• FELBAMATE
• TOPIRAMATE
• ST JOHN'S WORT
• RIFAMPICIN
• RIFABUTIN
• GRISEOFULVIN
• NELFINAVIR
• RITONAVIR

• As nausea and vomiting may occur with the use of Freedase 30 Tablet 21's, make sure to take it on light, small meals. 
• After starting Freedase 30 Tablet 21's, use another alternative non-hormonal contraceptive for at least ten days.
• Maintaining a healthy weight can go a long way in promoting healthy female reproductive health. Make sure you exercise for at least 30 minutes every day. However, do not engage in very strenuous physical exercise as this can worsen bleeding. 
• Regularly working night shifts can affect hormone production. Try to avoid night shifts. 
• Maintain good sexual hygiene and prevent any sexually transmitted diseases by practising only safe sex.
• Limit your intake of caffeine and alcohol. 
• Avoid smoking. 
• Avoid grapefruit juice while taking Freedase 30 Tablet 21's as this may interact with Freedase 30 Tablet 21's and affect its absorption. 
• Increase your intake of red vegetables, fruits, dry fruits, spinach, nuts and beans as these help in new blood formation. 
• Keeping your skin hydrated by drinking enough water can also do wonders for the overall quality of your skin. 
• Exfoliate your skin lightly but regularly. This helps wash away dry and dead cells, cleansing the skin.

• Do not skip tablets or delay intake by more than 12 hours. Try to catch up as early as possible in case of a missed dose. However, if the time for the second dose has come too close, revert to your original schedule. 
• Chart your menstrual cycle and take Freedase 30 Tablet 21's on day 1 of your cycle, i.e. day 1 of your period. 
• Use a condom or any non-hormonal contraceptive for the first ten days after starting Freedase 30 Tablet 21's.
• Please inform the doctor immediately if you notice any breast lump, dark urine, yellowing of the skin, mood changes, headache, palpitations, severe fatigue or any alarming changes in vaginal bleeding. 
• Call for the doctor right away in case of any stroke symptoms such as breathlessness, confusion, dizziness, left arm pain, jaw pain or sudden vision changes or any pulmonary embolism symptoms such as cough, leg pain, warmth, pain in calf etc.

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.