Locipil

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  • Contains / Salt: Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02 mg) + Desogestrel (0.15 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Locipil Information

    Locipil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Locipil have also been explained below.

    The correct dosage of Locipil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Locipil as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Locipil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Locipil is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Locipil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Locipil related warnings section.

    Locipil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Locipil in conditions like High Blood Pressure, Hypercalcemia, Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Locipil contraindications section.

    Drug reaction of Locipil with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to the above precautions for Locipil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



    Locipil Benefits & Uses

    Locipil is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Locipil Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Contraceptives
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: 3 weeks
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: desogestrel (0.15 mg), ethinyl estradiol (0.03 mg)/Tablet, Days 22 to 28: 1 inert tablet orally once a day
    Adult(Female)
    • Disease: Contraceptives
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: 3 weeks
    • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: desogestrel (0.15 mg), ethinyl estradiol (0.03 mg)/Tablet, Days 22 to 28: 1 inert tablet orally once a day


    Locipil Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Locipil is used -

    Severe

    • Swelling

    Moderate

    Mild

    • Nausea or vomiting
    • पेट दर्द
    • Altered Libido
    • Breast Tenderness
    • पेट की गैस
    • Headache
    • Mood swings
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin redness
    • Weight Loss
    • Weight gain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Anxiety
    • Breast Enlargement

    Locipil Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Locipil safe for pregnant women?


      Locipil can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    • Is the use of Locipil safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Locipil. If you see any side effects, stop taking Locipil immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Locipil again, only after your doctor's advice.

    • What is the effect of Locipil on the Kidneys?


      Very few cases of side effects of Locipil on kidney have been reported.

    • What is the effect of Locipil on the Liver?


      Use of Locipil may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.

    • What is the effect of Locipil on the Heart?


      Locipil has very mild side effects on the heart.



    Severe Interaction of Locipil with Other Drugs

    Locipil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate

    Mild



    Locipil Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Locipil unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Locipil

    • Is this Locipil habit forming or addictive?


      No, there is no any evidence that Locipil is addictive.

    Locipil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Locipil


      There is no information on the effects of taking Locipil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    • Interaction between Alcohol and Locipil


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Locipil with alcohol will be.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 318

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Desogen® (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol)

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ortho-cept® (desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol)

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mircette® (desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol)



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