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Aurovela 1/20 (birth control)

Generic Name: Generic Name of Ethinyl Estradiol and Norethindrone Birth Control Pill: [ETH-in-il-estr-a-DYE-ole and Nor-ETH-in drone].
Names of brands: Alyacen 1/35, Alyacen 7/7/7, Aranelle Aurovela 1.5/30, Aurovela 1/20,… show all the 74 brands
Drug class: contraceptives

What is Aurovela 1/20?

Aurovela 1/20, also known as the "1/20" pill, is a birth control medication that contains women's hormones that prevent the process of ovulation (the release of eggs from the ovary). This medication can cause changes to your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it difficult for sperm cells to get into the uterus as well as making it harder for fertilised eggs to bind to your uterus.Aurovela 1/20 is used to provide contraception to stop pregnancy. Aurovela 1/20 can also be employed to address moderate acne in women who are fifteen years old or older, are beginning their menstrual period, and would like to take birth contraceptives. There are numerous varieties made of ethyl estradiol as well as norethindrone. The brands mentioned are not all available in this brochure.Aurovela 1/20 can also be used to treat conditions not covered in this medication guide.

Side effects of Aurovela 1/20

See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms or warning signs of an allergic response, like hives, trouble breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, and tongue,

This medicine could trigger severe adverse effects. Take this medicine off and consult your physician immediately if you experience:

  • Indications of symptoms of a stroke sudden weakness or numbness. Extreme headache and slurred speech. Issues with balance or vision;
  • Indications that a blood clot has formed within the lung, such as chest pain, an abrupt or loud cough or shortness of breath, fainting, or vomiting up blood;
  • Symptoms of a clot in the blood inside the body: pain or swelling within one leg
  • Heart attack symptoms include chest pressure or pain, pain expanding to your shoulder or jaw, nausea, and sweating.
  • Liver issues: swelling at the midsection area; stomach pain; a loss of appetite; dark urine; black stool; jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin);
  • High blood pressure, severe headache, blurred vision, and pounding inside your ears or neck;
  • Depression: mood changes and feelings of self-worth devaluation losing enthusiasm for things you previously loved, new sleep issues thoughts about self-harm;
  • Swelling in your ankles, hands or feet, or an enlargement of your breasts;
  • A change in the frequency or severity.

Common adverse negative effects from aurovela 1/20 can include:

  • Nausea, vomiting;
  • Tenderness in the breast, bleeding from the breast,
  • Headache or issues in problems with contact problems with contact.

This isn't a complete list of possible side effects, and other side effects could be present. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on adverse effects. You can report any symptoms to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Do not take birth control pills if you're pregnant or if you've recently had a child.You shouldn't make use of birth control pills if you suffer from uncontrolled high blood pressure or coronary artery diseases, circulatory problems (especially those associated with diabetes), undiagnosed vaginal bleeding or liver disease, cancer, and severe migraine headaches in the event that you are also taking a certain hepatitis C medication, or if you are scheduled for major surgery, if you smoke and are over 35, have had a heart attack, a stroke, a blood clot, or jaundice due to birth control pills, pregnancy or breast cancer, vagina, uterus, cervix, or uterus.Smoking, particularly in the case of those who are older than 35 or have birth control medication, can increase the chances of developing stroke, blood clots, and heart attacks.

Prior to using this drug

The use of birth control pills could increase the risk of stroke, blood clots, and heart attack. You're more at risk if you suffer from high blood pressure or insulin resistance, high cholesterol, or are obese. Your risk of suffering from stroke or blood clots is highest when you are in your first year of using the birth control pill. The risk increases when you start taking your birth control medication after not taking the pills for 4 weeks or more.Smoking increases the chances of developing blood clots, strokes, or heart attacks that are caused by birth control medications, specifically in those over 35 years old.Do not take it if you're expecting. Stop using Aurovela 1/20 and notify your doctor as soon as you fall pregnant or if you do not have two menstrual cycles in a row. If you've had the birth of a child and are waiting at least 4 weeks before you start taking birth hormone pills to prevent pregnancy,

It is not recommended to take contraceptives if you are:

  • Untreated or uncontrolled blood pressure and heart diseases (chest pain or coronary artery disease; the history of a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot);
  • An increased risk of developing blood clots as a result of an issue with the heart or hereditary blood disorder
  • Circulatory problems (especially when related to the condition of diabetes)
  • A history of cancer related to hormones such as breast cancer, vagina, or uterus/cervix;
  • Unusual vaginal bleeding that hasn't been examined by an ophthalmologist;
  • The liver, or cancer of the liver;
  • Extremely severe headaches due to migraine (with the appearance of numbness, aura, visual changes, or weakness), particularly when you are over 35 years old;
  • An occurrence of jaundice that was caused by birth medication to control it;
  • Are you smoking over 35 years old
  • If you take any hepatitis c medication containing ombitasvir, paritaprevir, or ritonavir with or without dasabuvir.

Inform your doctor if you were ever diagnosed with:

  • Heart conditions and high blood pressure, or if you're susceptible to blood clots.
  • High cholesterol or triglycerides, or if you're overweight;
  • Depression;
  • A seizure or migraine headache;
  • Diabetic, gallbladder disease, underactive thyroid;
  • Kidney or liver disease and
  • Menstrual cycles that are irregular, or fibrocystic breast cancer lumps, nodules, or abnormal mammograms.

Consult your doctor to determine whether it is safe to breastfeed while taking this medication.

How do I take Aurovela 1/20?

Follow the instructions on your prescription label, and go through all medication guides or instructions sheets. Make sure you use the medicine precisely as directed.It is possible to require an additional birth control method, like condoms that contain spermicide, before you begin using this drug. Follow the instructions of your physician.Each day, take one pill and no more than 24 hours between. If the pills are empty and you are unable to take another, begin a new one the next day. You could become pregnant if you don't take a single pill a day.Certain birth control kits include "reminder" pills to keep you on the same cycle. The beginning of your period is usually after you take these pills to remind you of your period.Make sure you have a backup birth control pill if you're sick and suffering from severe vomiting or diarrhoea.There is a possibility of bleeding that has exploded. Inform your doctor if the bleeding persists or becomes very heavy.If you are undergoing major surgery or are being placed on bed rest for long periods of time, you may have to stop taking this medication for a brief period of time. Any surgeon or doctor who cares for you must know the fact that you're using Aurovela 1/20.If you take birth control pills, you'll have to see your doctor frequently.Place it in a cool, dry place free of heat and moisture.

What happens if I miss the dose?

Follow the instructions on the prescription label and go through all medication guides or instructions. In the event of missing a dose, you increase your chance of becoming pregnant.If you don't remember taking one active pill, you should take two pills the next day that you recall. Then, take one pill each day throughout the remainder of your pack.If you do not take two active pills in succession in weeks 1 and 2, you should take two pills daily for two days. Take 1 pill per day throughout the remainder of the pack. Make sure to use a backup birth control plan for at least 7 days after the missing pills.If you fail to take two active pills during Week 3, toss away the remainder of the pack and begin a new pack on the same day, in case you are a Day 1 starter. If you're the Sunday starter, you should continue taking a dose every day through Sunday. On Sunday, toss out the rest of your pack and begin a new pack the following day.If you fail to take three active pills consecutively in the weeks of 1, 2, or 3, you should throw away the remainder of the pack and begin a new pack the next day if you're one of the day 1 starters. If you're a Sunday-based starter, you should continue taking a pill each day up to Sunday. On Sunday, toss out the rest of your pack and begin a fresh pack for the day.If you have missed two or more active medications or pills, you might not experience any periods for the entire month. If you do not have two months consecutively, contact your doctor, as it could be that you're pregnant.If you don't remember a pill, discard it and continue to take one daily reminder pill until you have a full pack.

What happens if I overdose?

Get medical attention immediately, or contact us for help at the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose can cause nausea and vaginal bleeding.

Aviod this

Don't smoke when using birth control medications, especially if you are over 35 years old.Birth control pills won't help you fight sexually transmitted illnesses, including HIV or AIDS. Utilising a condom is the only way to shield yourself from the aforementioned diseases.

Interaction with other drug

Discuss with your physician all other medications you are currently taking, especially:

  • Rifampin;
  • Troglitazone;
  • Atorvastatin;
  • Glecaprevir/pibrentasvir;
  • Anticonvulsants (antiepileptics) like phenytoin and phenobarbital, as well as carbamazepine.

This list is not comprehensive. Other medications could be affecting Aurovela 1/20, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. The list of possible interactions between drugs is included here.