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Avalo is one of the most popular birth control pills today, but the information about the ingredients, uses of avalo, side effects and usage is not well understood. Let's learn about avalo birth control pill through the article below.
1. Uses of Avalo
What is Avalo drug? Avalo is one of the most popular birth control pills available today. This daily birth control pill comes in two main varieties, blue and pink avalo which have different active ingredients. Depending on the condition and needs of use, doctors will decide which type should be used for women. Uses of Avalo are:
Levonorgestrel is a synthetic progestogen derived from Nortestosterone. After entering the body, the drug will be absorbed in the digestive tract and create mucus, preventing the movement of sperm into the uterus to meet the egg. Besides, Avalo drug also works to change the structure of the endometrium. To prevent fertilized eggs from implanting. According to some studies, Avalo may affect luteal function, which will help birth control pills work to prevent pregnancy. According to experts, the contraceptive pill avalo can be used by women who are breastfeeding and does not affect the quality of milk. As well as the health of children. Therefore, Avalo is considered a safe contraceptive and for breastfeeding women.
2. What is the dose of Avalo birth control pill?
Start taking the pill from the first day of the menstrual cycle. Take the pill as directed by the arrow on the blister, take 1 pill a day at a certain time, without interruption for the entire time you want to prevent pregnancy. Take the medicine continuously, even if you have menstrual bleeding or not. If you have a contraceptive method, it should be used until the first 14 pills have been taken. The Avalo blister pack is numbered from 1 to 28. You take the drugs in turn in the correct order of this number. When you forget to take a pill, you can determine how many pills you have forgotten. 2.1 How to use The drug is taken orally with a little water, taken continuously daily at a fixed time, without interruption. Take the pills exactly according to the order listed on the pill pack, starting from the first day of your period. When the 28th pill is finished, start taking the 1st capsule of the new pack on the next day. Please read the user manual carefully before use. If you have any questions about how to take the medicine, you can ask your pharmacist or doctor for specific instructions. 2.2 Treatment in case of overdose There have been no reports that an overdose of oral contraceptives causes serious adverse effects. Therefore, it is generally not necessary to treat an overdose. However, if detected early within 1 hour and found that the dose is too large to be treated, gastric lavage or a dose of ipecacuanha should be used to induce vomiting. Since there is no specific antidote, treatment should only be symptomatic.
In case of an emergency or overdose, immediately call 911 or go to the nearest local health station. Also, keep a record and bring a list of all the medications you take, including prescription and over-the-counter drugs.
2.3 Treatment if you forget to take your daily oral contraceptive If you forget to take a pill, you need to take it as soon as you remember within 3 hours of the time of taking your daily pill. If you remember more than 3 hours late, you should use contraception (such as condoms) for the next 14 days and continue to take the pill as usual.
If vomiting or diarrhea occurs, the contraceptive effect is affected and another method of contraception should also be used for up to 14 days after the vomiting or diarrhea has stopped.
3. Side effects of the drug Avalo
While using Avalo contraceptives, some side effects women may experience are as follows:
Menstrual disorders Bleeding between menstrual cycles Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea or constipation Body fatigue and headache, muscle fatigue Dizziness and chest pain However, not everyone experiences these side effects. To use drugs safely and effectively. Please consult a specialist before using, to avoid serious side effects of the drug.
Depending on the location of each person, these side effects may vary. There are women who can appear all after taking the drug, but there are cases with only a few single signs. In contrast, longer-term side effects are less common. But the common ones are still:
Increased risk of blood clots, common in smokers. Migraine headaches, with cases of taking drugs with the hormone estrogen. Ease of mood swings and decreased sex drive.
4. Notes when taking daily oral contraceptive Avalo?
Contraindicated in the following cases:
Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy Abnormal vaginal bleeding with undiagnosed cause Thrombophlebitis or active thromboembolic disease Acute liver disease, tumor benign or malignant liver Carcinoma of the breast or a history of this disease Jaundice or persistent itching in a previous pregnancy who is sensitive to the components of the drug. In addition, some people who need to be cautious when taking Avalo birth control pills are:
Epilepsy, valvular disease, cerebrovascular disease, high risk of ectopic pregnancy and diabetes, asthma, edema should be monitored because the drug can cause fluid retention Note: Abnormal vaginal bleeding with levonorgestrel may mask symptoms of cervical cancer or endometrial cancer, so regular gynecological examination is necessary. (6 - 12 months).
Ectopic pregnancies also occur more frequently in women taking progestogen-only oral contraceptives. This risk may be increased with long-term use and in people who gain weight. If the user is pregnant or feels pain in the lower abdomen, they need to see a doctor to be examined to rule out an ectopic pregnancy.
People who have to be in a prolonged state of immobilization due to surgery or other illnesses must stop taking the drug. If there is partial or complete loss of vision, gradual or sudden, or protrusion, diplopia, papilledema, severe headache, the drug must be stopped immediately.
Things to keep in mind when taking medicines in special circumstances (pregnancy, lactation, surgery, etc.)
Large studies have shown that the risk of birth defects is not increased in children with mother used oral contraceptives before becoming pregnant. If you find out you are pregnant, you need to stop taking birth control pills.
Progestogen-only birth control pills used during lactation are not harmful to the baby. If the drug is started 6 weeks after giving birth, there is no effect on reducing lactation.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can change the ability of other drugs you are taking or increase the effect of side effects. To avoid drug interactions, it's best to write down a list of all the medications you're taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, herbal and dietary supplements) and show them to your doctor or pharmacist. To ensure safety when taking medicine, do not arbitrarily take the drug, stop or change the dose of the drug without the permission of your doctor.
Some drugs that can cause interactions when taken with levonorgestrel include:
Inducers of liver enzymes such as barbiturates, phenytoin, primidone, phenobarbital, rifampicin, carbamazepine, griseofulvin Antibiotics This drug can interact with food Which drink? You can eat and drink normally while using Avalo oral contraceptives.
What medical condition affects this medicine? Your medical condition may affect the use of the drug. Tell your doctor if you have any of the health problems mentioned in the precautions for taking this medicine.
Preservation of medicine Store in a dry place, protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees C. Keep the medicine out of reach of children.
The article is for reference only and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment.
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