Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel

Information About Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel

Uses of Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel

Ethinylestradiol+levonorgestrel is a combination pill used to prevent pregnancy.

How Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel Works

It works by preventing the ovulation and changes the cervical mucus consistency. It also make changes to the uterus lining to prevent any pregnancy to happen.

Side Effects of Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel

Headache, Mood Changes, Breast Pain, Weight Gain, Asthma, Breast/Vaginal Secretion, Allergic Reaction, Hearing Impairment.

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel with alcohol.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel is not indicated for usage during pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs during use of Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel, the preparation should be withdrawn immediately. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Lactation Not Advisable

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel reduces production of breast milk. Hence, other contraceptive method aside from Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel should be considered until the nursing mother has completely weaned her child. Excretion of Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel into breast milk is in minimal amounts and may possibly affect the child.

Driving Generally Safe

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Kidney Use With Care

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease as it can cause fluid retention and its effect of usage on renal impairment patients has not been studied enough. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Liver Use With Care

Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel should be used with caution in patients with liver disease as in cause disturbances in liver enzymes. Dose adjustment of Ethinylestradiol+Levonorgestrel may be needed. It is contraindicated in past history in liver disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.