Beyaz drug: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Beyaz contains 2 hormones: Drospirenone (1 Progestin) and Ethinyl estradiol (1 Estrogen). This is one of the most widely used birth control pills on the market today.

1. What is Beyaz?

The uses of Beyaz include:
Preventing ovulation in the menstrual cycle; Make vaginal fluid thicker to prevent sperm from meeting an egg (fertilization); Change the thickness of the uterine lining to prevent the attachment of a fertilized egg; Treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), reduce blood loss, dysmenorrhea; Reduce acne; Reduce the risk of ovarian cysts; Folate supplements (such as L-methylfolate, Levomefolate) are necessary for women of childbearing age to help prevent birth defects such as spina bifida in the fetus. Although it is one of the most widely used birth control pills on the market today, Beyaz's benefits do not include protecting you or your partner from sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, gonorrhea. , Chlamydia. Therefore, consider using other methods (condoms) to protect your health.

2. How to use Beyaz

To help maximize the benefits of Beyaz, it is necessary to take Beyaz 1 time / day, at a certain time, with / without food or as directed by a doctor.
Important rules for taking Beyaz:
Follow the instructions on the package to find the first pill: Start with the first pill and take it in the correct order (don't skip any doses). If you miss a pill, take a new pack or take it at a different time of day than usual. Vomiting or diarrhea within 4 hours of taking the Pill can inadvertently reduce its effectiveness. Therefore, consider using some other methods of birth control such as condoms, birth control patches... You can take the pill right after dinner or before going to bed (or any other time suitable. fit). It is very important to take the medicine at the same time every day, 24 hours apart. One pack contains 24 active (Hormon and folate) tablets, 4 reminder tablets (without hormones, but with folate) at the end of the pack. Take 1 active tablet once a day for 24 consecutive days. After taking the 24th pill, take 1 inactive tablet once a day for 4 days in a row unless otherwise directed by your doctor. You should get your period normally within 3 days of taking the last pill of your cycle. After you've taken the last reminder pill in the pack, start a new pack the next day even if your period is continuing or you don't have a period. If you do not see your period, consult your doctor.

3. Side effects of drugs

Patients treated with Beyaz may experience some side effects including:
Nausea, vomiting; Headache ; Hypertension ; Abdominal pain (abdominal distension); Chest tightness; Swollen ankles/feet; Weight change; Spotty vaginal bleeding between periods; Late/irregular menstruation (especially in the first few months of use). Tell your doctor right away if any of Beyaz's side effects persist or get worse such as:
A lump in the breast; Mood changes (such as new/worsening depression); Abnormal vaginal bleeding (continuous bleeding, sudden heavy bleeding); signs of high potassium levels in the blood (muscle weakness, slow or irregular heartbeat); Stomach pain, severe abdominal pain; Yellow eyes, yellow skin; Dark urine. If you miss your period 2 times in a row after taking the pill, contact your doctor to find out the cause and determine if you are pregnant.

The above is not a complete list of possible side effects after taking Beyaz. When experiencing side effects or other more serious reactions, the patient should immediately notify the doctor for timely intervention and treatment.

4. Prevention of side effects of Beyaz

Before using Beyaz, patients need to talk to their doctor about the benefits and risks of taking the drug. If you have health problems, especially adrenal gland problems; blood clots in the legs, eyes, lungs; blood clotting disorders (such as protein C or protein S deficiency); High Blood Pressure ; cancer (especially endometrial or breast cancer); high cholesterol (blood fats); depression; diabetes; angioedema; gallbladder problems; severe headache (migraine); heart problems (valvular disease, irregular heartbeat, previous heart attack); history of yellow eyes; jaundice during pregnancy or while taking hormonal contraceptives (such as pills, patches); kidney disease; liver failure; stroke; swelling (edema); thyroid problems; unexplained vaginal bleeding; fat. Before taking the drug, patients should tell their doctor if they are allergic to Drospirenone, Ethinyl estradiol; Folate supplements; estrogen; progestin or any other allergic drug reaction. If you have diabetes, Beyaz may make it harder for you to control your blood sugar. Pay attention to signs of increased blood sugar such as: Increased thirst, increased urination; combine it with regular blood sugar testing as directed and share the results with your doctor. Your doctor will likely adjust your diabetes prescription, exercise program, or diet to reduce the side effects caused by Beyaz. It may take some time to get pregnant after you stop taking birth control pills. Please consult your doctor for further advice. Do not take Beyaz during pregnancy: If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away. If you just had a baby or had an abortion (miscarriage) after the first 3 months, learn more about reliable forms of birth control and when it's safe to start using birth control that contains an form of estrogen, such as this Beyaz. Beyaz may cause a decrease in breast milk production: Small amounts of this medicine may pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. So consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

5. Drug interactions

Some drugs that can interact with Beyaz include: Aromatase inhibitors (such as Anastrozole, Exemestane, Letrozole), Atazanavir, Cobicistat, Boceprevir, Ospemifene, Tamoxifen, Tranexamic acid, some combination drugs to treat Treatment of chronic hepatitis C (Paritaprevir, Ombitasvir). Drospirenone may increase the level of potassium in your blood. Tell your doctor if you are regularly taking other medicines that also increase potassium levels such as: Aliskiren, ACE inhibitors such as Enalapril, Lisinopril, Angiotensin receptor blockers such as Losartan, Valsartan, Heparin, NSAIDs such as Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Potassium-sparing diuretics (Eplerenone, Spironolactone, Triamterene). Certain medications you are taking can reduce the effectiveness of Beyaz, leading to an unwanted pregnancy. Examples include Griseofulvin, Modafinil, Rifamycins, drugs for seizures (Barbiturate, Carbamazepine, Felbamate, Phenytoin, Primidone, Topiramate), HIV medicines (Nelfinavir, Nevirapine ritonavir). Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor about the use of this medicine. Beyaz drug can affect some tests such as: Tests for blood clotting factors, thyroid gland ... as a result, test results are wrong. Therefore, the patient should inform the doctor about the use of this drug.

6. Some notes when taking drugs

Overdose: If you overdose and have serious symptoms such as fainting, difficulty breathing, severe nausea and vomiting, abnormal vaginal bleeding, call 911 immediately; Missed dose: Refer to medication packaging information for advice on a missed dose. You may need to use backup birth control (condoms, birth control patches) to prevent an unwanted pregnancy. Tests such as: Complete blood count test, blood potassium level, blood pressure, breast examination, pelvic examination, cervical smear, ... should be performed periodically during the course of drug use. Beyaz ; Storage: Consult your doctor's instructions for storage. Medicines should be kept out of the reach of children and the range of pets. When medication is expired or not needed, it should be disposed of properly.

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Reference source: webmd.com