ARPAN CONTRACEPTIVE PILLS TAB

What is Norgestrel for:

It is used to treat pimples (acne).

How does Norgestrel work:

It may lower free testosterone levels.

How should Norgestrel be used:

Follow how to use as you have been told by your doctor or read the package insert. Take this drug at the same time of day. If you miss 2 periods in a row, take a pregnancy test before starting a new dosing cycle.

Common side effects of Norgestrel :

Weight gain. Headache. Belly pain. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Enlarged breasts. For women, vaginal yeast infection. Report itching or discharge. Period (menstrual) changes. These include lots of bleeding, spotting, or bleeding between cycles. Gallbladder disease, blood clots, heart attacks, and other blood vessel problems may rarely happen.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it and go back to your normal time. Missed dosing facts may be found in the package insert or call your doctor to find out what to do.

What precautions should I take when taking Norgestrel :

If you have an allergy to cyproterone, ethinyl estradiol, or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Blood clots, breast cancer, diseased arteries in the brain, disease of a heart valve with problems, endometrial cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, liver disease, liver tumor, very bad headache, tumor where estrogen makes it grow, or vaginal bleeding. If you have surgery and need bed rest. If you are a heavy smoker (more than 15 cigarettes per day) and older than 35 years of age. If you have not started your period. If you turned yellow during pregnancy or with estrogen-based or hormone contraceptive use. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.

When do I need to seek medical help

If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Chest pain or pressure. Trouble breathing. Change in strength on 1 side is greater than the other, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, or blurred eyesight. Swelling, warmth, or pain in the leg or arm. Very bad headache. Very bad belly pain. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Not able to eat. Dark urine or yellow skin or eyes. Change in how contact lenses feel in the eyes. Sudden change in eyesight, eye pain, or irritation. A lump in the breast or breast soreness. For women, if you get pregnant while taking this drug. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.

Can I take Norgestrel with other medicines:

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Norgestrel :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

Therapeutic Classification

Oestrogens & Progesterones & Related Synthetic Drugs, Oral Contraceptives

Therapeutic Classification

Oestrogens & Progesterones & Related Synthetic Drugs, Oral Contraceptives