Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets
Medical Description
Ovral L tablet is a birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy. It contains the hormones levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol, which are similar to the natural hormones in a woman’s body. It works by preventing the release of the egg and restricting the movement of the sperm in the womb.
Take this tablet as prescribed by your doctor. To gain the greatest effectiveness, a woman must take pills daily without any breaks. Skipping any dose may lead to failure of contraception and unwanted pregnancy.
A few more medicines that also contain the same active molecules are Unwanted 21days tablet, Triquilar tablet, Ovipauz L tablet, and I Pill Daily tablet.
Before starting Ovral L, it's crucial to discuss any existing conditions related to the lung, liver, kidney, or heart with your doctor. You should also disclose conditions such as asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, migraine, obesity, epilepsy, or depression. Ovral L is not recommended for those with breast, cervical, or liver cancer, or for individuals who have a history of depression, blood clots, stroke, or circulatory problems.
Ovral L is contraindicated for pregnant women, prepubescent children, menopausal women, breastfeeding mothers, and women over 35 who smoke. Some common side effects of Ovral L include vaginal infections, discharge, spotting, breast tenderness, mood changes, decreased libido, and weight fluctuations. If you experience any side effects that worsen, it's important to consult your healthcare provider.
Product Summary
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Contains | Levonorgestrel(0.15 Mg) + Ethinylestradiol(0.03 Mg) |
Uses | Oral contraceptive |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain |
Therapy | FEMALE HORMONE PILLS |
Uses of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- Birth control
- Painful periods
- Uterine bleeding
- Endometriosis
Contraindications of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to levonorgestrel ethinylestradiol or any other ingredients of Ovral L tablet.
- If you have a history of any blood clot formation or bleeding disorder.
- If you have any problems with your heart, like stroke, heart attack or chest pain.
- If you have or had a history of migraine attacks.
- If you had or have a pancreas or liver problems.
- If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol.
- If you have a history of vaginal bleeding (cause not established), absent periods for more than 3 months (amenorrhea).
- If you have or are suspected of having breast cancer or cancer of the genital organs (private parts).
- If you are taking treatment for Hepatitis C with a medicine that contains Ombitasvir/Paritaprevir/Ritonavir plus Dasabuvir.
Side effects of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Weight changes
- Mood swings
- Pain
- Tenderness of breast
- Reduced sex drive
Precautions and Warnings of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a family history of breast cancer, diabetes, fits or other brain disorders.
- You have high blood pressure or cholesterol.
- You have a disease of the liver, gall bladder or inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis).
- You have a blood disease that damages the kidneys (hemolytic uremic syndrome).
- You have immune system disorders like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
- You have a history of pregnancy patches, especially on the face (chloasma).
- You have a disease that first appeared during pregnancy, like porphyria (an inherited haemoglobin defect), hearing loss, gestational herpes (vesicular skin rashes during pregnancy) and Sydenham's chorea (rapid, irregular movements of the body)....
- You have a family history or previous history of serious allergic reactions causing swelling of the face and throat, breathing difficulty, skin rashes and blisters (hereditary angioedema).
- You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using this medicine while going for a lab test, as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.
Directions for Use of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- Ovral L tablet should be swallowed whole with a full glass of water. Do not break, cut, or chew the medicine.
- Ovral L comes in a pack of 21 tablets. Take one tablet daily at the same time for 21 days, followed by a 7-day tablet-free interval. Start the next pack the day after the interval. If vomiting occurs within 4 hours after tablet taking, women must take an extra tablet....
Storage and disposal of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- Store Ovral L tablets below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
- Discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.
Quick Tips of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
- Ovral L tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill. It is a birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy.
- It is not recommended for breastfeeding women less than 6 months after giving birth.
- You should take Ovral L tablet after a meal to avoid stomach upset.
- You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
- If vomiting occurs within 4 hours after tablet taking, women must take an extra tablet.
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to levonorgestrel or ethinylestradiol or any other ingredients of Ovral L tablet.
- Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history.
Dosage of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
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Interactions of OVRAL L STRIP OF 21 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Ovral L tablet along with medicines used to treat fits (Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, etc.), medicines used to treat HIV infection (Nevirapine, Ritonavir), anti-infectives (Penicillin, Griseofulvin etc.), medicines that increase the stomach and intestine problems (Metoclopramide) and herbal supplements like St.John's Wort (used to treat psychiatric illnesses), may alter the effects of Ovral L tablet....
- Concomitant use of this tablet along with some anti-seizure medications like Lamotrigine and immunosuppressants like Cyclosporine (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and Crohn's disease) should be avoided....
- Concomitant use of this tablet with certain antiviral medicines may affect your liver enzymes. Thus, this tablet should be stopped and can be restarted 2 weeks after completing the treatment.
- Other medicines like Rifampicin and Carbamazepine should be used cautiously.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Ovral L tablets?
Q: How to take Ovral L tablets?
Q: What does Ovral L tablet contain?
Q: Can I stop taking Ovral L tablets midway?
Q: Can I take Ovral L tablets for heavy periods?
Q: Does Ovral L tablet cause weight gain?
Q: What is withdrawal bleeding?
Q: Is Ovral L tablet be used for treating irregular menses?
Q: Can I stop taking Ovral L tablet if I want to become pregnant?
Q: Can I smoke while taking Ovral L tablet?
Q: Can Ovral L tablet be taken for delayed periods?
Q: Does Ovral stop periods?
Q: Can I take Ovral L for an ovarian cyst?
References
- Ovral L Tablets [Internet]. Labeling.pfizer.com. 2022 [cited 7 May 2022]
- Ovranette 150/30 micrograms Coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 7 May 2022]
- Reference Manual for Oral Contraceptive Pills [Internet]. Nhm.gov.in. 2022 [cited 7 May 2022]
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