It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.
Amethia side effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.
Signs of high blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight.
Coughing up blood.
Shortness of breath.
Chest pain or pressure.
Very upset stomach or throwing up.
Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight.
Swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm.
Low mood.
Feeling very tired or weak.
Very bad belly pain.
Swelling.
Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed.
A lump in the breast, breast soreness, or nipple discharge.
Vaginal itching or discharge.
Spotting or vaginal bleeding that is very bad or does not go away.
Bulging eyes.
Loss of eyesight.
Change in how contact lenses feel in the eyes.
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Amethia other side effects
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
Feeling more or less hungry.
Dizziness.
Weight gain.
Headache.
Upset stomach or throwing up.
Cramps.
Bloating.
Enlarged breasts.
Breast soreness.
Hair loss.
Pimples (acne).
Period (menstrual) changes. These include spotting or bleeding between cycles.
Lowered interest in sex.
This medicine may cause dark patches of skin on your face. Avoid sun, sunlamps, and tanning beds. Use sunscreen and wear clothing and eyewear that protects you from the sun.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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Can Amethia be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Amethia?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Amethia. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
This medicine may raise the chance of blood clots, a stroke, or a heart attack. Talk with the doctor.
Talk with your doctor if you will need to be still for long periods of time like long trips, bedrest after surgery, or illness. Not moving for long periods may raise your chance of blood clots.
If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), talk with your doctor. This medicine may raise blood sugar.
Check your blood sugar as you have been told by your doctor.
High blood pressure has happened with drugs like this one. Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your doctor.
Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
Be sure to have regular breast exams and gynecology check-ups. Your doctor will tell you how often to have these. You will also need to do breast self-exams as your doctor has told you. Talk with your doctor.
This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine.
Certain drugs, herbal products, or health problems could cause Amethia to not work as well. Be sure your doctor knows about all of your drugs and health problems.
This medicine does not stop the spread of diseases like HIV or hepatitis that are passed through blood or having sex. Do not have any kind of sex without using a latex or polyurethane condom. Do not share needles or other things like toothbrushes or razors. Talk with your doctor.
Do not use in children who have not had their first menstrual period.
If you have any signs of pregnancy or if you have a positive pregnancy test, call your doctor right away.
How should I take Amethia?
Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
Follow how to use as you have been told by the doctor or read the package insert.
Take Amethia at the same time of day.
Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
Do not skip doses, even if you do not have sex very often.
If you throw up or have diarrhea, this medicine may not work as well to prevent pregnancy. Use an extra form of birth control, like condoms, until you check with your doctor.
If your monthly cycle is 28 days and you miss 2 periods in a row, take a pregnancy test before starting a new dosing cycle.
If you have a cycle longer than 91 days and you miss one period, take a pregnancy test before starting a new dosing cycle.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
If a dose is missed, check the package insert or call the doctor to find out what to do. If using Amethia to prevent pregnancy, another form of birth control may need to be used for some time to prevent pregnancy.
Can Amethia be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Amethia be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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