Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol
Uses of Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol
Desogestrel+ethinylestradiol is a combination pill used to prevent pregnancy.
How Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol Works
It stops the release of eggs from the ovaries which prevents pregnancy.
Side Effects of Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol
Headache, Abdominal Pain, Breast Pain, Weight Gain,Hives, Migraine, Fluid Retention
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol 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.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction between Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol with alcohol.
Pregnancy Limited Data
Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol is not indicated for usage during pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs during use of Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol, the preparation should be withdrawn immediately. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Driving Generally Safe
Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol should not affect alertness or driving ability.
Liver Use With Care
Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease as in cause disturbances in liver enzymes. Dose adjustment of Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol may be needed. It is contraindicated in past history in liver disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Lactation Not Advisable
Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol reduces production of breast milk. Hence, other contraceptive method aside from Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol should be considered until the nursing mother has completely weaned her child. Excretion of Desogestrel + Ethinylestradiol into breast milk is in minimal amounts and may possibly affect the child.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
