Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol

Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol is a combination of two hormonal medicines used to treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) such as excessive hair growth (hirsutism), acne, and irregular periods. It also works as a contraceptive, hence avoid using any other contraceptive pill.

Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day as it will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, headache, weight gain, and breast pain. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Consult your doctor if you frequently experience spotting or brown discharge in the middle of the cycle. You must also consult your doctor if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision.

Do not continue with the medicine and consult with the doctor if your periods do not start within a week of the treatment. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Avoid the use of medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Treatment of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

Treatment of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Women with Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have high levels of male hormones called androgens, that are responsible for irregular menstrual cycles (periods), excessive hair growth and acne. Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol is a combination medicine that helps in regulating the production of these androgens as well as periods in females. This also helps in treating excessive hair growth (hirsutism) and acne effectively. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pinkeva

• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Breast pain
• Mood changes

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Cyproterone and Ethinyl Estradiol which treats PCOS symptoms such as acne, excessive hair growth (hirsutism) and irregular periods. Cyproterone works by blocking the overproduction of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries, thereby reducing unwanted hair growth and acne. Ethinyl Estradiol enhances the effect of Cyproterone by reducing the amount of androgens in the blood. Together, they also regularize the menstrual cycle in PCOS.

• Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
• Do not use Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol if you are obese, over 50, smoke, on prolonged bed rest or have a history of blood clots.
• Stop taking it and inform your doctor if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision.
• You may experience vaginal spotting (blood stain) or breakthrough bleeding while taking Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol. This is temporary, inform your doctor if it lasts longer.
• If your period fails to come within a week after completing your course, do not start the next course, before consulting your doctor.
• It works as a contraceptive. So, do not use any additional hormonal contraceptives when using this medicine.

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