Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets

Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets are available with the branding “DROPIN-30” and are used as an oral contraceptive to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Contraception is a procedure that aims to prevent pregnancy and is used in family planning.

Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets is made up of two medicines: Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol. Drospirenone is a progestin (female hormones). It works by preventing the fertilization of the egg. A woman can only get pregnant if a man’s sperm fertilizes her egg.

Medical Benefits

• This medicine belongs to a group of hormonal contraceptives.
• Drospirenone is a progestin (female hormones). It works to prevent pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing fertilization of the egg by sperm (male reproductive cells).
• Ethinyl Estradiol is a female hormone (synthetic estrogen). In women, it helps maintain a normal menstrual cycle (periods).
• In women undergoing menopause, it works by fulfilling the deficiency of estrogen hormone as well.

Directions for Use

• Swallow the tablet whole with water, and the dose is recommended to be taken at the same time each day.
• Take the tablets according to the dosage recommended by the doctor.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If multiple doses are missed, follow the missed dose instructions provided by your doctor or the package insert.
• Start a new pack immediately after finishing the previous one without any gap, unless advised otherwise by your doctor.

Storage

• Keep in a cool, dry place none of which should be direct sun exposure.
• Store the tablets in their respective magazines to avoid contact with moisture.
• It is recommended that this product be stored at room temperature (below 25°C as allowed on the label).
• This product must be kept away from children and pets.
• The use of Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets after the expiry date should not be practised.

Precautions

• Consuming alcohol with this medicine is not advisable as it may cause unpleasant side effects, or you may become more sensitive to the effects of alcohol.
• Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets should not be used during pregnancy. It may lead to abortion after the first 3 months if you use this tablet during pregnancy.
• It is not safe for breastfeeding mothers as it may pass into breast milk and harm the baby and also may affect the production of milk.
• This composition may cause headaches and nausea in some people, so it may affect your ability to drive.
• It may be used for controlling birth in young females but should not be used before the beginning of menstruation.

Side Effects

• Breast pain
• Weight gain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Irregular uterine bleeding

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What if I forget to take this composition?

If you have missed the tablet, it is advised that you should take the tablet as soon as possible even if it involves taking two tablets at once. If you skip two or more doses, use another barrier method or another type of contraception for the next week, as protection is lowered. Missed doses can also lead to irregular bleeding or even an unpredicted period – always seek medical advice if this occurs.

When will I get my period after taking the last pill?

Most of the time your period will begin within three days from the final day of consuming the pills. If you have missed doses or if you had it in the initial weeks then there are chances of getting pregnant—there might not be a period on time, so consult with your doctor.

What if I vomit after taking this medicine?