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Meliane |
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consists of Ethinylestradiol, Gestodene.
What is Ethinylestradiol (Meliane)
Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol prevent ovulation and also cause changes in your cervical and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.The combination of drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. It is also used to treat moderate acne in women who are at least 14 years old and have started having menstrual periods, and who wish to use birth control pills to prevent pregnancy.
Ethinylestradiol (Meliane) is also used to treat the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), such as anxiety, depression, irritability, trouble concentrating, lack of energy, sleep or appetite changes, breast tenderness, joint or muscle pain, headache, and weight gain.
Drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol may also be used for purposes not listed in Ethinylestradiol (Meliane) guide.
Ethinylestradiol (Meliane) side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using birth control pills and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
- sudden and severe headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
- chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
- sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood;
- pain, swelling, warmth, or redness in one or both legs;
- a change in the pattern or severity of migraine headaches;
- nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice ;
- swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet;
- a breast lump; or
- symptoms of depression (sleep problems, weakness, tired feeling, mood changes).
Less serious side effects may include:
- mild nausea (especially when you first start taking this medicine), vomiting, bloating, stomach cramps;
- breast tenderness or swelling, nipple discharge;
- freckles or darkening of facial skin, increased hair growth, loss of scalp hair;
- changes in weight or appetite;
- problems with contact lenses;
- vaginal itching or discharge; or
- changes in your menstrual periods, decreased sex drive.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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References
- "Gestodene". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Gestodene". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0673... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "1664p6e6mi: the unique ingredient identifier (unii) is an alphanumeric substance identifier from the joint fda/usp substance registration system (srs).". https://www.fda.gov/ForIndustry/Dat... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Meliane - Frequently asked Questions
Can Meliane 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.
What other drugs will affect Ethinylestradiol (Meliane)?
Some drugs can make drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol less effective, which may result in pregnancy. Other drugs may be affected by drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol. Before using this medication, tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
How should I take Ethinylestradiol (Meliane)?
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
You will take your first pill on the first day of your period or on the first Sunday after your period begins. You may need to use back-up birth control, such as condoms or a spermicide, when you first start using this medication. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Take one pill every day, no more than 24 hours apart. When the pills run out, start a new pack the following day. You may get pregnant if you do not take one pill daily. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of pills completely.
The 28 day birth control pack contains seven "reminder" pills to keep you on your regular cycle. Your period will usually begin while you are using these reminder pills.
You may have breakthrough bleeding, especially during the first 3 months. Tell your doctor if this bleeding continues or is very heavy.
Use a back-up birth control if you are sick with severe vomiting or diarrhea.
If you need surgery or medical tests or if you will be on bed rest, you may need to stop using this medication for a short time. Any doctor or surgeon who treats you should know that you are using birth control pills.
While taking birth control pills, you will need to visit your doctor regularly.
Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Who should not take Ethinylestradiol (Meliane)?
This medication can cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant, or if you miss two menstrual periods in a row. If you have recently had a baby, wait at least 4 weeks before taking birth control pills.
You should not take birth control pills if you have:
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untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure;
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heart disease ;
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a blood-clotting disorder or circulation problems;
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problems with your eyes, kidneys or circulation caused by diabetes;
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a history of hormone-related cancer such as breast or uterine cancer;
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unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been checked by a doctor;
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liver disease or liver cancer;
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severe migraine headaches (with aura, numbness, weakness, or vision changes), especially if you are older than 35;
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a history of jaundice caused by pregnancy or birth control pills; or
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if you smoke and are over 35 years old.
To make sure you can safely take birth control pills, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
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high blood pressure, varicose veins;
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high cholesterol or triglycerides, or if you are overweight;
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a history of depression;
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underactive thyroid;
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gallbladder disease;
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diabetes;
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seizures or epilepsy;
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a history of irregular menstrual cycles;
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tuberculosis; or
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a history of fibrocystic breast disease, lumps, nodules, or an abnormal mammogram.
The hormones in birth control pills can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. This medication may also slow breast milk production. Do not use if you are breast feeding a baby.
Can Meliane be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Meliane be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Meliane, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Meliane. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
One patient reported useful
How active was the Meliane in relieving patients of the disease or symptoms?Based on the survey reports from users of gmedication.com, about Useful percentage of users claimed the Meliane were useful to them in reducing their symptoms and diseases. However, the effectiveness of the medicine is influenced by many factors like the perception of the symptom, the severity of the conditions, and some other factors; the brand name could also be a factor to an extent. In the event the medicine does not produce the same effective result in your case, ensure you consult your medical expert to reexamine you on your disease or symptoms and prescribe, after that, alternative medications.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Useful | 1 | 100.0% | |
Four patients reported side effects
Does the Meliane Have Any Side Effects?Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Meliane. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Meliane.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| No side effects | 3 | 75.0% | |
| It has side effects | 1 | 25.0% | |
Patient reported price estimates
No survey data has been collected yetTwelve patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Meliane?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Meliane should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 11 | 91.7% | |
| 4 times in a day | 1 | 8.3% | |
Two patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Meliane May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 51-100mg | 1 | 50.0% | |
| 11-50mg | 1 | 50.0% | |
Four patients reported time for results
How long will I use Meliane before I begin to notice the effect?According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 day and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Meliane. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Meliane kindly click here
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 2 | 50.0% | |
| 5 days | 1 | 25.0% | |
| 1 month | 1 | 25.0% | |
Two patients reported administration
When is the best condition to take Meliane: Before or after food?Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Meliane is best taken at With a meal. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
| Patients | % | ||
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| With a meal | 1 | 50.0% | |
| Empty stomach | 1 | 50.0% | |
Eighteen patients reported age
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-29 | 10 | 55.6% | |
| 30-45 | 6 | 33.3% | |
| 46-60 | 2 | 11.1% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology