Norgestrel + Oestradiol
Uses of Norgestrel + Oestradiol
Norgestrel + Oestradiol helps treat mentrual cycle irregularities and menopausal problems.
How Norgestrel + Oestradiol Works
It helps replace and regulate estrogen and progesterone levels which help ease mentrual cycle and menopausal symptoms.
Side Effects of Norgestrel + Oestradiol
Weight Changes, Abdominal Pain, Nausea,Anxiety, Vomiting, Vaginal Discharge, Muscle Cramp, Migraine
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Norgestrel + Oestradiol 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 Norgestrel + Oestradiol with alcohol.
Pregnancy Limited Data
Norgestrel + Oestradiol is not indicated for usage during pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs during use of Norgestrel + Oestradiol, the preparation should be withdrawn immediately. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Driving Generally Safe
Norgestrel + Oestradiol should not affect alertness or driving ability.
Liver Use With Care
Norgestrel + Oestradiol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease as in cause disturbances in liver enzymes. Dose adjustment of Norgestrel + Oestradiol may be needed. It is contraindicated in past history in liver disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.
Lactation Not Advisable
Norgestrel + Oestradiol reduces production of breast milk. Hence, other contraceptive method aside from Norgestrel + Oestradiol should be considered until the nursing mother has completely weaned her child. Excretion of Norgestrel + Oestradiol 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).
