Femilon Strip Of 21 Tablets

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21 Tablet(s) in Strip

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MRP ₹361.00

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Medical Description

Femilon tablet is a birth control pill for women. It may change your menstrual cycle. This combined pill contains desogestrel and ethinylestradiol. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Common side effects include mood changes, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, breast tenderness, and weight gain. Do not use Femilon if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or younger than 18 years old.

Before and during use, inform your doctor about any risk factors for blood clots, liver disease, heart problems, or stroke.

Ovuloc tablet, Intimacy Plus tablet, Smartilon tablet, Juliana tablet and I Con tablet also contain a combination of desogestrel and ethinylestradiol.

Product Summary

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Contains	Desogestrel(0.15 Mg) + Ethinylestradiol(0.02 Mg)
Uses	Birth control pill
Side effects	Headache, nausea, stomach pain
Therapy	FEMALE HORMONE PILLS

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Femilon tablet can be used as a birth control pill for female.

Contraindications of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

If you are allergic to any of the components of the Femilon tablet.
If you are at high risk of vascular blood clot formation.
If you have a family history of blood clot formation.
If you have undergone major surgery and have been bedridden for a long time.
If you have or have had heart diseases such as a heart attack or chest pain.
If you have a history of paralysis.
If you have low blood circulation to the brain.
If you have high blood sugar levels.
If you have high blood pressure.
If you have dysfunction of the liver and pancreas.
If you have tumours of the liver.
If you have female hormone-dependent tumours.
If you experience unknown bleeding from the vagina, are pregnant or are likely to be pregnant, you should not use this medicine.

Side effects of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Headache
Nausea
Pain in the abdomen
Altered mood
Tenderness in the breast
Increase in weight

Precautions and Warnings of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Pregnancy

Can I take Femilon tablet during pregnancy?

Do not take Femilon tablet if you are pregnant or are likely to be pregnant in the near future.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Femilon tablet while breastfeeding?

Do not take Femilon tablet while breastfeeding as this medicine reduces and changes the composition of the breastmilk.

Driving

Can I drive after taking Femilon tablet?

Femilon tablet is not known to impair your driving ability. So, you can drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Femilon tablet?

No, it is not advisable to consume alcohol with Femilon tablet as it interferes with the effectiveness of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience breathlessness or a sudden cough.
You are a smoker.
You an obese person.
You have altered lipid levels.
You have liver disorders.
You have mood swings.
You experience fit attacks.
You develop any allergic reaction after taking Femilon tablet.

Directions for Use of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Femilon tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal r...

Storage and disposal of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Store Femilon tablet below 25°C in the original packaging to protect it from moisture and light.
Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after its expiry date.
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Quick Tips of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Femilon tablets can be used as a birth control pill for females.
Take this tablet as directed by the doctor. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Inform your doctor about any medical conditions or medications you are taking before starting Femilon tablet.
Do not use this tablet if you are pregnant or are likely to be pregnant if you are breastfeeding.
Smoking can increase the risk of blood clots and other complications in women taking oral contraceptives. Quitting smoking can help reduce these risks.
Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight, reduce stress and improve overall health. It can also help regulate menstrual cycles.

Dosage of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose include cause nausea, vomiting and slight vaginal bleeding, especially in young girls. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Femilon tablet, co...

Missed a Dose

In case you forget to take a dose of Femilon tablet, then consult your doctor immediately for further advice.

Mode of Action of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

How Does It Work?

Femilon tablet contains two different agents named Desogestrol which is a synthetic progestogen and Ethinylestradiol which is a synthetic estrogen.
Both these agents help to inhibit the release of ovaries, make changes in cervical secretion to inhibit the progress of sperms inside the female genital tract and thus preventing the union of sperms w...
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Interactions of FEMILON STRIP OF 21 TABLETS

Interactions with other medicines

Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements, and other treatments if you are taking them for any ...
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Some antiviral medicines, like ombitasvir, paritaprevir, and ritonavir, are not to be used along with the Femilon tablet.
Taking the Femilon tablet along with other medicines without a doctor’s advice can lead to vaginal bleeding and a failure of the effectiveness of this medicine.
Certain medicines, such as phenytoin, carbamazepine, and phenobarbital, as well as other tuberculosis medicines like rifampicin and rifabutin, should not be used along with this medicine without prior...
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Other medicines, such as griseofulvin, modafinil, and antiviral medicines, including those for HIV, are not to be used along with this medicine.
Antifungal medicines like ketoconazole, itraconazole, and fluconazole should not be used without a doctor’s advice alongside the Femilon tablet.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can Femilon tablet prevent the chances of developing HIV infection?

A: No, Femilon tablet is to be used as a birth control pill, it does not protect from any sexually transmitted infections including HIV.

Q: Is Femilon tablet a habit-forming medicine?

A: No, habit-forming reactions have been reported with Femilon tablet yet.

Q: I am using Femilon tablet since the last 5 months as advised by my doctor. But will it affect my ability to get pregnant in the future?

A: No data or evidence has been reported for any short-term or long-term effects on your ability to become pregnant in the future after stopping Femilon tablet.

Q: Does Femilon tablet cause weight gain?

A: Yes, increased weight is one of the common side effects of this medicine. Therefore, it is advised to have regular exercise and healthy food, to avoid weight gain.

Q: Is Femilon tablet a contraceptive pill?

A: Yes, Femilon acts as a contraceptive pill.

Q: When do we use the Femilon tablet?

A: Femilon tablet can be used as a birth control pill for females.

Q: Can I take Femilon tablet for irregular periods?

A: No, you should not take this medicine for any condition without consulting your doctor.

Q: When should I take Femilon tablet?

A: You should take Femilon tablet exactly as told by the doctor. It should be taken in exact doses, frequency and duration as prescribed. You need to swallow it, with water and not chew, cut or break it. You need to take it regularly and at a fixed time for maximum effectiveness.

Q: Does Femilon cause breast pain?

A: Breast pain or tenderness is one of the side effect that can be seen during the treatment. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine. However, if you feel it persistently, inform the doctor.

Q: Is Femilon good for PCOS?

A: No, the Femilon tablet is not used to treat polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It is an oral contraceptive medicine used to prevent pregnancy. It works by preventing the release of an egg (ovulation) and altering the sperm movement in the uterus, further preventing its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the uterus.

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