Divacon 0.03/0.15mg Tablet 21'S

DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET is a combination of Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol which belongs to the group of medicines called Hormonal Contraceptive Agents. It is used as a contraceptive pill to manage pregnancy.

Before taking DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any lung, liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, migraine, obesity, epilepsy or depression as a precaution.

DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET is strictly not recommended for use in patients with breast cancer, cervical cancer or liver cancer. It is also not suitable for use in patients with depression, blood clots, stroke or any problems in blood circulation.

DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET is not intended for use in pregnant women, in children who have not attained puberty and elderly women who have reached menopause. It is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women and in women (aged above 35 years) who have the habit of smoking.

The most common side effects of taking DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET are vaginal infections or inflammation, vaginal discharge, unusual spotting or bleeding, breast tenderness, milk discharge from breasts, mood changes, low sex drive, and changes in body weight. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsens.

USES OF DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET

• Used as a contraceptive to manage pregnancy

HOW DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET WORKS

DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET is a contraceptive pill. It reduces the chances of pregnancy by suppressing ovulation (release of a mature egg from an ovary). It can also reduce the thickness of the inner lining of the uterus which makes it not suitable for the foetus to implant and grow.

Additionally, it can alter the thickness of the cervical mucus which makes it difficult for the sperm to enter the uterus and fertilize the egg. As a result, they create an unfavourable environment for a successful pregnancy.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET strictly as advised by your physician. Swallow DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET can be taken with or without meals.

Do not miss any dose of DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET in between the therapy, as it may reduce its effectiveness. In case you have missed a dose of DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. Avoid taking a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending on your age, body weight and health condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET

COMMON

• vaginal infection, itching or inflammation
• discharge from vagina
• changes in body weight
• changes in mood (mood swings)
• depression
• changes in sex drive
• headache, tiredness
• feeling nervous
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
• unusual spotting or bleeding
• breast pain or tenderness
• milk discharge from breasts
• heavy periods or lack of periods
• swelling of body parts (edema)

UNCOMMON

• changes in blood cholesterol levels
• changes in appetite
• increase in blood pressure
• flatulence (bloating)
• skin rashes, dark patches on the skin
• hirsutism (abnormal hair growth in the body)
• hair loss

RARE

• decrease in serum folate levels
• unable to wear contact lenses
• cholestatic jaundice

Stop taking DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

• signs of allergic reactions (such as swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
• signs of breast cancer (presence of lumps in the breast, skin dimpling in the breast and changes in the nipple)
• signs of cervical cancer (smelly or bloody discharge from the vagina, unusual vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and painful sex)
• signs of severe liver problems (such as severe pain in your upper abdomen, yellow skin, or eyes, itching in the whole body)
• signs of a blood clot in the legs (such as swelling of the affected leg or foot accompanied by pain or tenderness)
• signs of a blood clot in the lungs (such as sudden unexplained breathing difficulty, rapid heart rate, sharp chest pain, severe lightheadedness, or dizziness)
• signs of a blood clot in the eyes (such as sudden loss of vision or painless blurring of vision)
• signs of heart attack (chest pain, pressure, heaviness in the chest, abnormal heartbeat, extreme weakness, anxiety, or shortness of breath, sweating, nausea, vomiting or dizziness)
• signs of stroke (sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or legs, especially on one side of the body, confusion, trouble in speaking or understanding, walking, dizziness, loss of balance, fainting with or without seizure)
• swelling and slight blue discolouration of an extremity, severe stomach pain
• feeling depressed with thoughts of killing or harming yourself

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:  

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Nausea and Vomiting

Take DIVACON 0.03/0.15MG TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.