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About Levora Tablet

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL belongs to a group of medications called 'hormonal contraceptives' primarily used for contraception and in the treatment of dysmenorrhea (irregular and painful periods). Contraception is a procedure that aims to prevent unwanted pregnancy for safe family planning. Dysmenorrhea is an irregular and painful menstrual period, leading to abdominal pain, mood swings, digestion problems, fainting, vomiting, and nausea.

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is a combination of two medications: Ethinylestradiol and Levonorgestrel. Ethinylestradiol is a synthetic female hormone (estrogen) that maintains a normal menstrual cycle (periods) in women. It works by fulfilling the deficiency of estrogen hormone, thereby preventing symptoms like night sweats, hot flushes, and mood swings. Levonorgestrel is a progestin (female sex hormones) that prevents the release of an egg from the ovary (female reproductive cells) or prevents fertilization of an egg by sperm (male reproductive cells). ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL may also change the lining of the uterus to prevent the development of a pregnancy. Thus together ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL helps prevents pregnancy. 

Take ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL as prescribed by your doctor. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL can be taken with or without food but take it at the same time every day for best results. You are advised to take ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. You may experience stomach pain, headache, nausea, breast pain, weight gain, and irregular uterine bleeding. Most of these side effects of ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Do not use ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL if you are pregnant or have recently delivered a baby.

Inform your doctor before starting ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL if you are over 35 years, or ever have a heart problem, cancer (breast, uterus, or vagina), uterine bleeding, liver, or kidney problems. Do not take ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL if you are pregnant already or a breastfeeding mother. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL does not prevent the transmission of any sexually transmitted disease (STD), so use some other form of contraception (condom) during sexual intercourse if you have any STD or AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). 

Uses of Levora Tablet

Contraception, Dysmenorrhea (irregular menstrual periods)

Medicinal Benefits of Levora Tablet

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is an oral hormonal combination drug, namely; Ethinylestradiol and Levonorgestrel, primarily used for contraception. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL contains two female sex hormones, progestin (levonorgestrel), and estrogen (ethinylestradiol), which help prevent pregnancy in multiple ways. It prevents the release of an egg from the ovaries and makes the fluid present in the cervix, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb. In addition to this, it prevents the thickening of the uterus's inner wall, which is necessary for an egg to grow and multiple. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is generally taken for 21 days starting from day one of the menstrual cycle, and then for the next 7 days, it is not taken, and the same course is repeated.

Directions for Use

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is an oral contraceptive pill preferably taken with or without food but should be taken simultaneously every day for best results. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is generally prescribed for 21 days starting from the first day of your menstrual cycle. It should not be taken for the remaining 7 days afterward. The course will remain the same every month.

Side Effects of Levora Tablet

• Headache
• Weight gain
• Acne (pimples)
• Stomach pain/cramps
• Tiredness
• Depression

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you have or ever had heart disease, hypertension, obesity, cancer (breast, cervix, or uterus), diabetes mellitus, liver or kidney disease, or abnormal uterine bleeding as ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is known to contra-indicate. Check your breast every month for changes if you feel lumps, or see anything odd, please inform your doctor. Smoking may increase the risk of a cardiovascular event in women over 35 years when taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL. ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL does not protect against any sexually transmitted disease or HIV. If pregnancy occurs while you are taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL, please consult your doctor. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience spotting or bleeding in between missed periods or menstrual periods. If the spotting persists, please consult your doctor. Do not use ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL if you are pregnant or have recently delivered a baby. If you have missed a dose or are late by 12 hours, please wear a condom for 2 days while having sexual intercourse to avoid unwanted pregnancy. Do not take medicine if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding. If you have migraines, please inform your doctor, as taking ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL may increase your headache.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may have an interaction with anti-epilepsy medicines (primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine), medicines used to treat tuberculosis (rifampicin, rifabutin), medicines used to treat HIV (ritonavir, efavirenz, paritaprevir) medicine used to treat fungal infections (griseofulvin, ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 Inform your doctor if you smoke, have or ever had liver or kidney disease, heart disease, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, liver disease, abnormal uterine bleeding, breast, cervix, or uterus cancer, or anemia.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL to avoid unpleasant side effects.

PREGNANCY

Caution should be exercised. Hormonal medicines can affect the developing baby. It is advisable to consult a doctor before using it.

BREAST FEEDING

Not safe, this ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL may pass into breast milk. They may harm the baby and also may affect the production of milk. So, this ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL is unsafe for breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

LIVER

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

ETHINYLESTRADIOL+LEVONORGESTREL to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.