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Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol is a prescription medicine. Secondary and off-label uses of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol have been listed ahead. These side effects of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Hyperkalemia, High Blood Pressure, Hypercalcemia must refrain from the use of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol safe for pregnant women?
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol. Immediately discontinue Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol on the Kidneys?
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol on the Liver?
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol on the Heart?
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol.
Interaction between Food and Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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