Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets | HARSAKHI P

Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets – The tablets belong to a group of medication called hormonal contraceptives and is primarily used for contraception. It is also known as the birth control pill that helps prevent ovulation and pregnancy. Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets may also be useful for treating premenstrual dysphoric disorder and acne for those who started having initial menstrual periods. Additionally, these tablets can also help to provide relief from painful periods, decrease blood loss, and make your periods more regular. However, usage of this medication will not protect you or your partner from sexually transmitted diseases. Hence, take the medication only after taking proper consultancy from the doctor.

The working mechanism of Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets

The medicine is an amalgamation of two medicines known as Drospirenone and Ethinyl Estradiol. The medicine is known as a combined contraceptive pill. The pill helps in the prevention of the release of an egg and also affects the moment of the sperm in the womb which further prevents its union with the egg. It also helps in changing the lining of the womb and furnishes it unsuitable for pregnancy. In simpler words, the medication basically makes it harder for the sperm to reach the uterus and even harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus. Hence, working as a contraceptive and preventing pregnancies.

Uses of Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets

• The medication is primarily used for contraception which helps prevent ovulation and pregnancy.
• The tablets also help to provide relief from painful periods, decrease blood loss,  make your periods more regular and reduce the risk of ovarian cysts.
• Besides this, the medication may also be useful for treating premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and acne for those who started having initial menstrual periods.

Side Effects of Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Medicine

Taking this medication may lead to some common side effects. These side effects of the Drospirenone and Ethinyl Estradiol medication are very rare to appear and usually resolve over time. However, consult the doctor if you feel the side effects worsening, don’t stop, or bother much.

Some of the common side effects of Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets may include:

• Breast pain
• Irregular uterine bleeding
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Weight gain
• Nausea

Precautions/Warnings to Consider

Some of the important points to keep in mind before using Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol Tablets are:

1. The usage of the medication may also result in less painful, lighter, and more regular menstrual bleeding.
2. The medication may also help in decreasing the risk of ovarian cancer.
3. Some may experience irregular periods or missed periods. Consult the doctor if these symptoms related to your mensuration persist.
4. Try not forge6t or miss any dosage of your medication. Take it at the same time every day.
5. Beware of any symptoms such as shortening of breath, severe headache, swelling, or pain in the limbs. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of them.
6. Avoid taking Drospirenone & Ethinyl Estradiol medication in case you are obese, smoke, are over 30, or have a medical history of blood clots.
7. Consult the doctor immediately if you notice your skin or the white of your eyes turning yellow, severe abdominal pain, or case you think you are pregnant.