Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Information about Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol Uses
Norgestrel+Ethinyl Estradiol is used for contraception. It may also be used in the treatment of irregular periods.
How Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol works
Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Common side effects of Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Nausea1a, Headache, Breast pain, Irregular uterine bleeding
Available Medicine for Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
Ovral GPfizer Ltd
₹2351 variant(s)
Florina NUnicure India Pvt Ltd
₹1111 variant(s)
Valuecoc-GXeno Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹911 variant(s)
Expert advice for Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol
- Your doctor has prescribed Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol to help you prevent pregnancy.
- It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
- Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
- Do not use Norgestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest or have a history of blood clots.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.