ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE is an oral hormonal combination, containing Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone used to treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) such as acne, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), and irregular periods. Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common condition, which affects how women's ovaries work.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE is a combination of two hormonal medications, ethinylestradiol, and cyproterone used to treat PCOS symptoms such as acne, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), and irregular periods. Cyproterone, works by blocking a male hormone named androgen overproduction in the ovaries and reducing unwanted facial hair growth and acne. Ethinylestradiol, on the other hand, acts as an enhancer. It enhances the effect of cyproterone by reducing the amount of androgens in the blood. Collectively, they both effectively treat the symptoms of PCOS.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE can be taken with or without food in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. For best results of ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE, take it at the same time every day. Also, do not stop taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE before completing its full course, even if you feel your symptoms are better. The most common side effects of ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE include weight gain, nausea, tender breast, stomach pain, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you see swelling or pain in your limbs, chest pain, or shortness of breath, please inform your doctor.
Inform your doctor if your periods do not start within a week after taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE. Do not take ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE does not prevent the transmission of any sexually transmitted disease (STD), so use some other form of contraception (condom) during sexual intercourse if you have any STD or AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). If you have any blood clots, please consult your doctor as ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE may not be prescribed.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE is a combination of two hormonal drugs, ethinylestradiol, and cyproterone. It is used to treat PCOS symptoms such as acne, excessive hair growth (hirsutism), and irregular periods. Cyproterone works by blocking a male hormone named androgen overproduction in the ovaries and reducing unwanted facial hair growth and acne. Ethinylestradiol, on the other hand, acts as an enhancer. It enhances the effect of cyproterone by reducing the amount of androgens in the blood. Collectively, they both effectively treat the symptoms of PCOS.
If you are allergic to ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE, please inform your doctor. Please undergo regular cervical smear test while taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE. Also, check your breast every month for changes such as if you feel lumps, see anything odd, please inform your doctor. If you need to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor as ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE needs to be stopped 4-6 weeks before the surgery to avoid any risk of blood clots. If you smoke, are obese, have a history of blood clots, do not use ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE. Also, do not stop taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE before completing its full course, even if you feel your symptoms are better. If you see swelling or pain in your limbs, chest pain, or shortness of breath, please inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if your periods do not start within a week after taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE. Also, tell about all the medicines you are taking to your doctor before starting ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE. Do not take ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding. If you have missed a dose or are late by 12 hours, please wear a condom for 2 days while sexual intercourse to avoid unwanted pregnancy.
Drug-Drug interaction: ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE may interact with anti-fungal medicine (griseofulvin, rifampicin), anti-viral medicines (ritonavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine), anti-epileptic (lamotrigine), anti-epilepsy medicines(primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate).
Drug-Food Interaction: ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE may interact with St. John’s Wort (a herbal remedy for depression).
Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had liver or kidney problems, hypertension, heart problem, blood clot in any body part (lung, leg), diabetes mellitus, migraine, abnormal uterine bleeding, or breast cancer.
You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE also acts as a contraceptive, so it should not be taken if you are planning to get pregnant or are pregnant.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE should be used with caution if using it for PCOS. Other forms of contraception should be used instead of ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE if you are breastfeeding,
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE is not known to affect driving ability.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE 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.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE 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.
ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE is not recommended for children. Safety and efficacy of ETHINYLESTRADIOL+CYPROTERONE are established in women of reproductive age. Please seek medical advice.
PCOS: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common condition, which affects how women's ovaries work. It is characterized by irregular and painful periods, excess androgen in the blood (leading to excessive facial hair and acne), and polycystic ovaries (ovaries become enlarge and the egg become surrounded by fluid-filled sacs).
Contraception: It is a procedure that aims to prevent pregnancy. A woman can only get pregnant if a man sperm fertilizes her egg. Contraception aims to prevent this from happening by keeping egg and sperm apart by stopping egg production or not letting the uterus wall become thick. As a result, no fertilization takes place, so contraception is a safe method for family planning.