Drosperin 20: Notes when using

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1. Composition and uses of Drosperin 20

Drosperin 20 is a combined oral contraceptive pill. Each pack contains 28 pills, of which 24 are red and 4 are white. Each colored tablet contains small amounts of two female sex hormones, drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol. Four white tablets that do not contain active ingredients help the user not to forget to take the medicine. The pill works by preventing ovulation, causing changes in the cervical mucus that make it difficult for sperm to get into the uterus and reduce the ability of a fertilized egg to implant.
In addition to the contraceptive effect, the drug is also used to treat symptoms of premenstrual disorders and to treat acne in female patients over 14 years of age (only in those who want to prevent pregnancy with oral pills).

2. How to use the birth control pill Drosperin 20

Users need to take one pill per day at approximately the same time, for 28 consecutive days in the order indicated on the blister pack. In cases where taking the drug causes vomiting or stomach upset, the user takes the drug with meals. The first red pill must be taken on the first day of the menstrual cycle (first day of menstruation). The order of the pills is very important, whereby you must always take the red pills (active pills) first, when these are gone, the white ones (inactive pills). When you finish a pack of pills, you must immediately start taking a new pack (there is no stopping time between packs). To ensure the correct dosing order, you should take the medicine in the direction of the arrow on the blister.
Menstruation may occur within 3 days after stopping the last active pill (red pill). If light bleeding occurs between cycles (drips) or unusual bleeding while taking the medication, continue taking it as directed. This sign is usually not important, but if you have persistent bleeding that persists, see your doctor right away.

The risk of pregnancy increases in case you forget to take some red pills (active pills). In case you forget to take a dose, you need to follow the instructions of your doctor, pharmacist or follow the following general recommendations:
If you forget 1 active tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if you take 2 tablets on the same day and then take the next pill at the usual schedule. Use 1 additional non-hormonal or mechanical method of contraception (condom, diaphragm) for the next 7 days, in addition to continuing to take Drosperin tablets as usual. If you forget to take 2 active tablets in a row during the first or second week, then take 2 tablets daily for the next 2 consecutive days, at the usual time. Then take the next pill as usual schedule 1 tablet per day. In this case, the risk of ovulation increases, so you should use another non-hormonal or mechanical method of contraception (condom, diaphragm) for the next 7 days, in addition to You must continue to take the remaining Drosperin tablets as usual. If you forget to take 2 active tablets in a row during the third or fourth week or if you forget to take more than 3 active tablets in a row out of 24 active tablets: Discard the remaining tablets of the pack and start with the first pill of a new pack the very next day. You should use another non-hormonal method of contraception or mechanical contraception (condom, diaphragm) for 7 days after forgetting to take a pill. It's possible that you won't get your period that month, but if you haven't had your period for 2 months in a row, see your doctor to determine if you're pregnant. Forgetting to take the inactive white tablet during week 4 can be skipped. But the red active pill in the next pack must be taken on the appropriate day according to the schedule. In case of vomiting or diarrhea, you should use another non-hormonal method of contraception, either while taking the pill or shortly after taking it. Also, if you are using another hormone-containing birth control pill and want to switch to Drosperin 20 birth control pill, you should consult with your doctor or pharmacist about the right time to start taking it so that it is effective. most fruitful.

3. Notes when using Drosperin 20

You should use an additional method of contraception for at least 7 days of the first cycle of taking the pill, or during the time you miss 1 or more doses or are taking another medicine that reduces the ability to prevent pregnancy pregnant. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medications or supplements as Drosperin 20 may affect the effects of some medications and vice versa.
Hormonal contraceptives are associated with an increased risk of venous thrombosis, arterial embolism, myocardial infarction, and cerebrovascular accident. However, these complications were found to be lower during the oral contraceptive period than during pregnancy.
If you see the following symptoms, you need to go to a medical facility immediately: fever, sudden loss of consciousness; severe chest pain, unexplained shortness of breath; anxiety, restlessness, severe pain in lower abdomen, chest pain, tremors, convulsions, cough, burning sensation, burning lips and mouth, headache, numbness of fingers, low back pain, pelvis or stomach, ears ringing; sudden severe, persistent abdominal pain, coughing up blood ; sudden loss of coordination; groin and leg pain, especially pain that increases with heavy lifting; sudden shallow breathing without cause, changes in breathing rate, vision; fatigue, numbness in the arms and legs without cause; pale skin, changes in skin color, swelling of the legs and feet.
If you notice the following symptoms while taking the pill, you should consult your doctor, especially in the first 3 months of taking birth control pills: Change in menstrual period or bleeding between menstrual periods, decrease bleeding during the period periods, vaginal bleeding between normal periods, prolonged menstrual periods, complete amenorrhea for many months or occasional amenorrhea in non-consecutive months, migraine headaches, high blood pressure, vaginal infections; depression; painful swelling or sensitivity to pain when pressing or touching the upper abdomen; stomach pain, hip or abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin and eyes, especially in women who smoke, breast tumors, in people with breast disease.
Is the contraceptive drosperin 20 good? In fact, strictly following the instructions will cause fewer side effects and effectively prevent pregnancy. If the following mild symptoms appear, you generally do not need to see a doctor, unless the symptoms are bothersome or persist for the duration of the medication: swelling, pain and increased sensitivity to pain with pressure or touching the chest; dizzy; nausea, swelling of the ankles and feet, brown spots on exposed skin, hirsutism or hair loss on the body and on the face; increased or decreased sex drive, increased skin sensitivity to light.
Drosperin 20 is an oral contraceptive. To ensure the effectiveness of contraception, users need to strictly follow the instructions for use.

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