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Falmina

Generic Name: Ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel. [ETH-in-ill-ess-tra-DYE-ol-and-LEE-vo-nor-JESS-trel].

Brand Names: Afirmelle, Altavera, Amethyst, Aubra, Aubra EQ.
Drug Class: Contraceptives.

What is Falmina?

Falmina is a contraceptive to stop pregnancy. There are numerous kinds and brands of Falmina available. There aren't all the brands included in this brochure. Falmina can also be employed for other purposes that are not covered in this guideline for medication.

Side effects of Falmina 

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

Birth control pills can have serious adverse consequences. Do not use birth control pills and consult your physician immediately if you experience:

  • Symptoms of signs of a stroke—sudden weakening or numbness (especially in one part of your body) and extreme headache or slurred speech problems with balance.
  • Indications of a blood clot: sudden vision loss, chest pain, being short of breath, or coughing up blood. swelling or redness on the leg or arm.
  • Heart attack symptoms: chest pressure or pain that is spreading to your shoulder or jaw; sweating.
  • Liver problems: loss of appetite; stomach pain; fatigue; fever; dark stools; clay-colored urine; jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin).
  • High blood pressure, a severe headache, blurred vision, and pounding in your ears or neck.
  • Gallbladder problems include chalky stools, stomach pain after eating, nausea, heartburn, bloating, and severe upper stomach pain that can travel to your back.
  • Swelling in your ankles, hands, or feet.
  • Variations in the pattern or intensity of migraines.
  • An unidentified lump on the breast.
  • Signs of symptoms of depression—sleep problems, fatigue, tiredness, mood changes.

Common adverse effects of Falmina can include:

  • Nausea and vomiting (especially at the beginning of your first dose of the medicine).
  • Tenderness of the breasts.
  • Breaking bleeding.
  • Acne, darkening facial skin.
  • Weight gain.
  • Issues with contact lenses.

This is not an exhaustive list of probable adverse effects; more may occur. Contact your doctor for advice regarding medical adverse effects. You can report adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Do not take birth control pills if you're pregnant or have recently had a child. It is not recommended to make use of birth control pills when you suffer from uncontrolled high blood pressure or coronary artery diseases, circulatory problems (especially those with diabetes), undiagnosed vaginal bleeding or liver disease, cancer, or severe migraine headaches when you are also taking certain hepatitis C medications, if you are scheduled for major surgery, if you smoke and are over 35 years old, or if you have ever suffered an attack on your heart, a stroke, a blood clot, jaundice triggered by birth pills, or breast cancer vaginal The use of contraceptive pills can increase the chance of having blood clots develop into strokes or heart attacks. Smoking cigarettes can significantly increase the chance of stroke, blood clots, or heart attacks. You should not use Falmina if you smoke or are older than 35.

Before you take this drug

The use of this medication can increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack. You're more at risk if you suffer from high blood pressure, are diabetic, have high cholesterol, or are obese. The risk of having a stroke or blood clots is greatest in the first year of taking birth control medication to control your weight. The risk of stroke or blood clots is also higher when you re-start this medication after not taking it for four weeks or more. Smoking cigarettes can significantly increase the risk of stroke, blood clots, or heart attacks. Your risk increases with age and the longer you smoke. It is not recommended to take combination birth control medications if you smoke and are over the age of 35.

Do not take this medication if you're expecting. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you fall pregnant or if you have missed two menstrual periods in a row. If you've recently had an infant, you should wait at least four weeks before starting birth control medication to control your pregnancy.

Do not use pills to control your birth if you are:

  • Untreated or not controlled high blood pressure, untreated or uncontrolled.
  • Heart disease (chest pain or coronary artery disease history of heart attack, stroke, and blood clot).
  • An increased risk of developing blood clots as a result of a heart condition or hereditary blood disorder.
  • Issues with circulation (especially when related to the condition of diabetes).
  • An antecedent history of hormone-related cancer, such as breast cancer of the vagina or uterus or cervix.
  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding that isn't being examined by the doctor.
  • Cancer of the liver.
  • Extremely severe headaches due to migraine (with an aura, numbness or weakening of vision, or other changes), particularly when you are over 35 years old.
  • The history of jaundice triggered by birth pills to control it.
  • If you take any hepatitis C medication containing ombitasvir, paritaprevir, or ritonavir (Technivie).

Inform your doctor if you were ever diagnosed with:

  • Heart disease, high blood pressure, or if you're prone to blood clots.
  • High cholesterol or triglycerides, or if you're overweight.
  • A seizure or migraine headache.
  • Diabetes and gallbladder disease.
  • Kidney or liver disease.
  • Irregular menstrual cycles.
  • Fibrocystic breast cancer lumps, nodules, or an abnormal mammogram.

Falmina can reduce the production of breast milk. Do not take this medication if you are breastfeeding.

How to take falmina?

Follow the directions on the label of your prescription and read the medication guide or instructions sheets. Follow the medication precisely as directed. Start taking your first pill on the day you begin your menstrual cycle or on the first Sunday following your period. You might need to take an additional birth control method, like condoms or fertilizer, before you begin taking Falmina. Follow your doctor's advice. Each day, take one pill for at least 24 hours. If the pills are empty, then start a fresh pack the next day. You could become pregnant if you take one pill a day. Make sure you refill your prescription before you are completely out of pills. Some birth control packs include seven "reminder" pills to keep you on the same cycle. Your period is usually scheduled to begin after you take these pills as reminders. The tablets that are chewable (pill) can be swallowed using a glass of water, or if you prefer, you can swallow the tablet chewable (pill) completely. It is advised to take it on an empty stomach. Make sure you have a backup birth control pill if you're sick and suffering from severe vomiting or diarrhea. It is possible to experience the bleeding as a breakthrough, especially in the first three months. Inform your doctor if the bleeding persists or becomes very large. If you require major surgery or are being placed on bed rest for long periods of time, you may need to stop taking this medication for a short period of time. Any surgeon or doctor who cares for you must know that you're taking contraceptives for birth. When you are taking birth control medication to control your birth, you will have to see your doctor often. Keep at room temperature, free of heat, moisture, and light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Follow the directions for use given by your doctor along with your prescription. In the event of a missed pill, you increase your chance of becoming pregnant. If you do not take an active medication, you should take two pills during the day you recall. Then, take one pill every day for the remainder of the package. If you have missed two active tablets in a row during weeks 1 and 2, you should take two pills a day for two days. Then, take one pill each day throughout the remainder of the group. You should use backup birth control for up to 7 consecutive days after the missing pills.

If you are missing two active pills consecutively during Week 3, you can throw away the remainder of the pack and start a fresh pack the next day when you are a day 1 starter. If you're the Sunday starter, you should continue taking a dose throughout the day up to Sunday. On Sunday, toss away the remainder of the pack and start a fresh one the following day. If you do not take three active pills in a row during the weeks of 1–2, or 3, you should throw away the remainder of your pack and start a fresh pack the next day if you're an active day 1 starter. If you're a Sunday-based starter, continue taking a dose every day through Sunday. On Sunday, toss out the remainder of your pack and start a fresh one for the day. If you have missed at least two active medications, then you might not be having a period throughout the month. If you don't have two consecutive months, contact your doctor, as there is a possibility that you are pregnant. If you do not remember to take a reminder pill, discard it and continue to take one reminder pill each day until you have a full pack.

What happens if I overdose?

For medical emergencies, seek immediate attention. Or contact the poison help line at 1-800-222-1222. The symptoms of an overdose can include vomiting, nausea, and sleepiness.

What should be avoided?

Avoid smoking when using birth control medications, especially if you are over 35 years old. Birth control pills do not help you fight sexually transmitted illnesses, including HIV and AIDS. The use of a condom is your only method to safeguard yourself from these illnesses.

Interaction with other drugs

Other drugs can interfere with birth control pills, such as medications that are prescribed and available over the counter, vitamins, and herbal products. Certain drugs may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. efficient, and this could result in the birth of a baby. Discuss with your physician all of your current medications and any medications you begin or stop taking.