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Kyrah Tablet is used for contraception and in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular and painful periods). It contains Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, which help to prevent pregnancy in multiple ways. It prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid present in the cervix thick, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. In addition to this, it prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiply. It may cause side effects such as headache, weight increase or decrease, acne, abdominal pain, cramps, and depression. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Kyrah Tablet

Kyrah Tablet is used for contraception and in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular and painful periods). Contraception is a procedure that aims to prevent pregnancy and is used in family planning. Dysmenorrhea is irregular and painful periods leading to abdominal pain, digestive problems, fainting, vomiting, and nausea.

Kyrah Tablet contains Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, which are primarily used for contraception. It also includes two female sex hormones that help to prevent pregnancy in multiple ways. It prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid in the cervix thick, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. In addition, it prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiply.

Kyrah Tablet can be taken with or without food, but it can be taken simultaneously daily for the best results. Like all medicines, Kyrah Tablet can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. The most common side effects are headache, weight increase or decrease, acne, abdominal pain, cramps, and depression. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor. Do not use Kyrah Tablet if you are pregnant or have recently delivered a baby.

Inform your doctor before starting Kyrah Tablet if you are over 35 years, smoke, have or ever had a heart problem, cancer (breast, uterus, or vagina), uterine bleeding, liver or kidney problem. If you have missed a dose or are late by 12 hours, please wear a condom for 5 days during sexual intercourse to avoid an unwanted pregnancy. Do not take medicine if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding.  If you have a migraine, please inform your doctor, as taking Kyrah Tablet may increase your headache.

Uses of Kyrah Tablet

Kyrah Tablet used in the treatment of Contraception and dysmenorrhea (irregular periods). The detailed uses of Kyrah Tablet are as follows:

  • Contraceptive Protection: Kyrah Tablet is a birth control pill that helps prevent pregnancy when taken as directed.
  • Regulating Menstrual Cycles: Kyrah Tablet can help regulate menstrual cycles, making periods more predictable for many women.
  • Managing Menstrual Pain: Kyrah Tablet is also involved in reducing menstrual pain and discomfort associated with dysmenorrhea for some women.
  • Hormonal Balance: Kyrah Tablet can regulate hormonal imbalances, potentially improving conditions like acne or heavy menstrual bleeding.
  • Preventing Ovarian Cysts: Kyrah Tablet can help reduce the risk of ovarian cysts by supporting reproductive health.

Directions for Use

• Take Kyrah Tablet after meals or as advised by your doctor. • It is advised to take Kyrah Tablet once daily; however, follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Swallow Kyrah Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Kyrah Tablet is an oral hormonal combination medicine containing Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, primarily used for contraception. Kyrah Tablet contains two female sex hormones, progestin, and estrogen, which help prevent pregnancy in multiple ways. It prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid present in the cervix thick, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. In addition to this, it prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiply. Kyrah Tablet is generally taken for 21 days starting from day one of the menstrual cycle, and then for the next 7 days, it is not taken, and the same course is repeated.

How Kyrah Tablet Works

Kyrah Tablet contains Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, which are primarily used for contraception. It also contains two female sex hormones that help to prevent pregnancy in multiple ways. It prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid present in the cervix thick, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. In addition, it prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiply.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Kyrah Tablet
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet.
  • Reduce stress with relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation.
  • Keep track of your menstrual cycle any irregularities.
  • Have regular check ups to exclude other health problems.
  • Exercise but do not exercise to the extent of overheating.
  • Hydrate well, eat well (particularly iron and vitamins).
  • Use hot or cold packs on your breasts to help alleviate discomfort.
  • Choose a supportive, well-fitting bra, preferably one that has been professionally fitted.
  • Practice relaxation techniques to manage stress and anxiety that may accompany severe breast pain.
  • Limit or avoid caffeine consumption.
  • Eat a low-fat diet and focus on foods rich in complex carbohydrates.
  • Rubbing evening primrose oil on your breasts may help balance fatty acids in the cells and reduce pain.
  • Keep track of when your breast pain occurs and any other symptoms to determine if the pain is regular or not.
  • Vitamin E supplements may help reduce pain for women who experience pain linked to their menstrual cycle.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can provide relief, but be sure to consult your doctor for the correct dosage, as prolonged use may cause side effects.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Lie down or take a nap in dark and quiet room.
  • To avoid dehydration, drink plenty of fluids.
  • In case of mild to moderate migraine, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen.
  • Apply an ice pack or cool cloth on your forehead.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to reduce stress and relax.
  • Avoid foods and drinks that trigger migraine such as chocolate, alcohol, cheese, caffeine, processed meats, artificial sweeteners and dried fruits.
  • Manage your stress by eating healthy, exercising and a regular sleep schedule.

What if I have taken an overdose of Kyrah Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Kyrah Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, nausea and vaginal bleeding. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you have or have ever had heart disease, hypertension, obesity, cancer (breast, cervix, or uterus), diabetes mellitus, liver or kidney disease, or abnormal uterine bleeding before taking Kyrah Tablet . Smoking may increase the risk of a cardiovascular event in women over 35 years old when taking Kyrah Tablet . Kyrah Tablet does not protect against any sexually transmitted disease or HIV. If pregnancy occurs while you are taking Kyrah Tablet , please consult your doctor to use it as a birth control pill. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience spotting or bleeding in between missed periods or menstrual periods. If the spotting persists, please consult your doctor. Do not use Kyrah Tablet if you are pregnant or have recently delivered a baby. If you have missed a dose or are late by 12 hours, please wear a condom for 5 days during sexual intercourse to avoid unwanted pregnancy. Do not take medicine if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding. If you have migraines, please inform your doctor, as taking Kyrah Tablet may increase your headache.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DesogestrelDantrolene
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How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Taking Kyrah Tablet with Tranexamic acid may increase the risk of blood clot formation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kyrah Tablet with Tranexamic acid is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you suffer from chest discomfort, shortness of breath, blood in the urine, blood in the cough, sudden loss of vision, and pain, redness, or swelling in your arm or leg, consult doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DesogestrelDantrolene
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How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Using ethinyl estradiol and dantrolene can cause serious side effects that may affect your liver.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Kyrah Tablet with Dantrolene is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Call a doctor immediately if you experience a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, excessive tiredness or weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash or itching, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Taking rifabutin with ethinyl estradiol it may significantly reduces the blood levels.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Kyrah Tablet and Rifabutin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you use hormone replacement therapy for menopause, inform a doctor if experience any unusual symptoms or if you develop unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Carfilzomib can cause serious blood clots and taking it with ethinyl estradiol may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Carfilzomib and Kyrah Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, or numbness or weakness on one side of the body, you should consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
When coupled with Dabrafenib, the blood level of Kyrah Tablet can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Dabrafenib and Kyrah Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause, you should notify your doctor if you notice an increase in the frequency or severity of your symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Taking carbamazepine and Kyrah Tablet may reduce the effects of Kyrah Tablet, which might result in a higher risk of breakthrough bleeding and unplanned pregnancy.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Kyrah Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Taking Kyrah Tablet with rifampicin can decrease the blood levels of Kyrah Tablet, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Rifampicin and Kyrah Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
EthinylestradiolFosphenytoin
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How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
When Fosphenytoin is taken with Kyrah Tablet, Fosphenytoin may lower the blood levels and effects of Kyrah Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Kyrah Tablet and Fosphenytoin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you use hormone replacement therapy for menopause, inform a doctor if your symptoms are no longer controlled or if you experience unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
Taking ethinyl estradiol with griseofulvin may reduce blood levels and the effects of ethinyl estradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Kyrah Tablet and Griseofulvin together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you use hormone replacement therapy (ethinyl estradiol) for menopause, inform a doctor if your symptoms are no longer controlled or if you deal with unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Kyrah Tablet:
When Kyrah Tablet and Topiramate are taken together, Kyrah Tablet is less effective as a form of birth control.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Topiramate with Kyrah Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you are taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause, and you notice an increase in the frequency or severity of your symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding contact a doctor Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with a body mass index (BMI) 19.5-24.9.
  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Quitting smoking and not drinking alcohol is the best strategy to lower the risk of any complications.
  • Do regular exercise to maintain weight fluctuations caused by Kyrah Tablet .
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily, and if there is too much fluctuation, immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level and blood pressure regularly to avoid any complications.

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Therapeutic Class

GYNECOLOGY RELATED DRUGS
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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Kyrah Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Caution should be exercised. Hormonal medicines can affect the developing baby. It is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Other forms of contraception should be used instead of Kyrah Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Kyrah Tablet has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Kyrah Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Kyrah Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Safety and efficacy of Kyrah Tablet are established in women of reproductive age. But sufficient studies have been performed on women less than 16 years of age. So, take Kyrah Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor.

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FAQs

Kyrah Tablet is used for contraception and in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular and painful periods).

Kyrah Tablet prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid in the cervix thick, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. It also prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiply.

Kyrah Tablet does not protect against sexually transmitted disease. It is an oral form of contraception that does not protect against STDs. So, use some other form of contraception to avoid transmission during sexual intercourse.

While taking Kyrah Tablet , do not smoke and also use a condom to avoid any sexually transmitted disease from your partner.

Yes, Kyrah Tablet can cause spotting in between the regular periods. Usually, it does not persist, but if spotting does not reduce, please inform your doctor, as medical attention may be required.

Usually, Kyrah Tablet is prescribed below 35 years and not recommended for women over 35 years. Your doctor may weigh its benefits and prescribe you accordingly.

Yes, Kyrah Tablet is known to cause weight gain. So, to avoid weight gain, do regular exercise, and eat home-cooked food.

If your doctor advises, you should only take Kyrah Tablet for more than 21 days. Generally, Kyrah Tablet is taken for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break, during which you may have your period. After the 7-day break, you start a new pack. If you don't have a menstrual cycle during this time or have any other concerns, it's essential to consult your doctor or gynaecologist. They will assess your reproductive cycle and plan the treatment accordingly. Always follow your doctor's instructions for optimal results.

Kyrah Tablet belongs to the gynaecology-related drug class, which combines two ingredients: ethinylestradiol and desogestrel. It is used for contraception and in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular and painful periods).

Swallow the whole Kyrah Tablet with a glass of water. Do not chew, break, or crush it. Your doctor will decide and guide you on what dose to take based on your health status. Follow your doctor's instructions for better results.

If you forget a dose of Kyrah Tablet , take it immediately when you remember. However, if your next dose is near, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Never double dose to make up for a missed dose, as this may increase side effects.

Do not panic if you vomit after taking Kyrah Tablet . Vomiting is a reported common side effect of Kyrah Tablet . This symptom vanishes as your body adjusts to the medication. Just relax and take some rest. If your vomiting symptoms become worse, please consult a doctor for relief.

While using Kyrah Tablet , some individuals may experience certain common side effects such as headache, weight increase or decrease, acne, abdominal pain, cramps, and depression. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

T-210 J, Shahpur Jat, New Delhi - 110 049, India
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