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Unwanted 21 Days Tablet

21 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP67.00

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Unwanted 21 Days Tablet
Unwanted 21 Days Tablet
Unwanted 21 Days Tablet
Unwanted 21 Days Tablet
Unwanted 21 Days Tablet
Unwanted 21 Days Tablet

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MANKIND CONSUMER PRODUCTS PRIVATE LIMITED

Dosage

TABLET

Expiry

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Levonorgestrel(0.15 Mg)+Ethinylestradiol(0.03 Mg)
Uses
Oral contraceptive pill
Therapy
Female hormone pills
Side effects
Headache, nausea, vomiting, weight gain, stomach discomfort
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Medical Description

Unwanted 21-day tablet is an oral contraceptive pill that contains a combination of levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol as active components. This tablet is used as a contraceptive pill for women who wish to delay pregnancy. It works by preventing the release of the egg and restricting the movement of the sperm in the womb. Thus, blocking its union with the egg.

Take Unwanted 21 as advised by the doctor for the exact duration. This medicine should be taken on the 1st day of the menstrual cycle and continued for the next 21 days. You can take this medicine with or without food.

Concomitant use of Unwanted 21 days tablet along with medicines used to treat fits (Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, etc.), medicines used to treat HIV infection (Nevirapine, Ritonavir), medicines used in diabetes and weight management such as tirzepatide (Mounjaro 2.5 injection), anti-infectives (Penicillin, Griseofulvin, etc.) may alter the effects of this tablet.

Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have any liver or pancreas problems or have cancer of the breast, uterus or vagina. Inform your doctor if you are above 35 years or smoke, and about all the medicines, herbs and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.

Uses

Unwanted 21 tablet is used as an oral contraceptive for women who want to delay pregnancy.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to levonorgesterol, ethinylestradiol or any other ingredients of Unwanted 21 days 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 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

  • Headache
  • Migraine
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Weight gain
  • Skin allergies
  • Mood swings
  • Pain and tenderness of the breast
  • Reduced sex drive

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Unwanted 21 days tablet should not be used during pregnancy as it is used to stop or prevent pregnancy. When pregnancy is detected, this medicine should be discontinued immediately and you should consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unwanted 21 days tablet should not be used during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the breastfed baby. Moreover, it may also lead to a reduction in the amount of milk produced and may affect its quality. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

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Driving

It is not expected that Unwanted 21 days tablet will affect your ability to drive but if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert, you should avoid driving.

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Alcohol

The consumption of alcohol does not affect the efficacy of Unwanted 21 days tablet. These tablets can enhance the effects of alcohol and affect you adversely. Hence, it is best advised to avoid consuming alcohol while taking these tablets.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • 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 an immune system disorder, such as 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 inform the doctor or laboratory personnel that you are using this medicine when undergoing a lab test, as it may interfere with the results.

Directions for Use

  • Unwanted 21 days tablet should be swallowed as a whole, with a full glass of water. Do not break, cut or chew the medicine.
  • You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
  • You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Storage and disposal

  • Store Unwanted 21 days tablet 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

  • Unwanted 21-day tablet is a contraceptive pill used by women who want to postpone pregnancy. It works by preventing the release of the egg and limiting sperm movement in the womb.
  • To help you remember to take your pill, take it at the same time every day.
  • Unwanted 21 Days Tablet should not be used if you are obese, over the age of 35, smoke, are on prolonged bed rest or have a history of blood clots.
  • This medicine should be taken on the 1st day of the menstrual cycle and continued for the next 21 days. You can take this medicine with or without food.
  • You should inform the doctor or laboratory personnel that you are using this medicine when undergoing a lab test, as it may interfere with the results.

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose are nausea, vomiting or withdrawal bleeding. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of Unwanted 21 days tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Unwanted 21 days tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you have missed any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember and continue with your regular dosing schedule. You should also inform your doctor and seek further advice.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The 21-day unwanted tablet is an estrogen-progestogen combination that works by preventing the release of the egg by the ovary, thickening vaginal secretions (blocking sperm from reaching the egg), and thinning the lining of the uterus. It helps in preventing the implantation of the egg if it is fertilised by any chance, thus preventing pregnancy.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Concomitant use of Unwanted 21 days 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 a psychiatric illness), may alter the effects of Unwanted 21 days tablet.
  • Concomitant use of this tablet along with some anti-seizure medications like Lamotrigine and immunosuppressants like Cyclosporine (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You should take an Unwanted 21 days tablet as advised by your doctor. 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.Unwanted 21 days tablet is usually taken from the first day of the menstrual cycle and continued till 21 days, followed by 7 days of no pill days. To know more about the medicine schedule talk to your doctor.

No, you should not stop taking Unwanted 21 days tablet midway. You must finish the full course of treatment. Stopping the medication can lead to treatment failure. You need to consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Do not stop taking Unwanted 21 days tablet on your own.Do not use combinations of hormonal contraceptives like pills, patches or rings all at one time. Stick to any one method.Be cautious if you are older than 35 years, overweight, have a family history of thrombosis or clot formation.Discuss with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, migraine or heart disease.Be watchful of your diet, weight gain and any metabolic disorders.

No, Unwanted 21 days tablet is not meant for use in heavy periods.

Yes, you may experience an increase in your weight after treatment with Unwanted 21 days tablet.

Withdrawal bleeding is the bleeding that occurs when a woman on hormonal contraception such as pills, patches or the vaginal ring suddenly stops using them. It is not the same as menstrual bleeding and is much lighter and of shorter duration than a normal menstrual period. However, not everyone gets this when they stop using contraceptive measures.

Unwanted 21 days tablet is an oral contraceptive pill and is used in preventing pregnancy.

No, you should not smoke while on treatment with Unwanted 21 days tablet.

No, one pill is not enough to avoid conceiving. Unwanted 21 is a hormonal pill to be used for 21 days to maintain the menstrual cycle and delay pregnancy. You should always complete the course of treatment, as incomplete treatment would not provide desired therapeutic activity.

Headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, mood swings, pain and tenderness of the breast, reduced sex drive are a few side effects of Unwanted 21. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

You can take Unwanted 21 days, but only after the doctor's advice. Do not self-medicate. On the basis of your medical history, the doctor shall prescribe you the same. The doctor will instruct you how and when to start this medicine.

The composition of Unwanted 21 consists of a combination of levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol as active components.

No, Unwanted 21 is not effective for irregular periods. It is an oral contraceptive pill. You should not take Unwanted 21 for any other gynaecological condition other than what it is prescribed for, without consulting your doctor.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:UNWANTED

Manufacturer Name:MANKIND CONSUMER PRODUCTS PRIVATE LIMITED

Address:Akums Drugs & Pharmaceutical Ltd, 47-48, Sector-6A, I.I.E., Sidcul,Ranipur Haridwar-249403

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Unwanted 21days Strip Of 21 Tablets will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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