What is Jinteli?
Ethinyl estradiol is a type of oestrogen. Oestrogen, a female hormone essential for many bodily processes, is necessary to maintain sexual function. Norethindrone, a form of progesteroneprogesterone, a female hormone, is important in the regulation of menstruation and ovulation.
Jinteli is a combination medication used to treat menopause symptoms such as heat flashes and vaginal dryness. It also treats burning and irritation. It can also be used to prevent osteoporosis. Jinteli can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Jinteli
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives, facial, lips or throat swelling and difficulty swallowing. Seek medical help immediately!
Jinteli can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Heart attack symptoms: chest discomfort or pressure, radiating to your jaw and shoulders, nausea or sweating.
- Increased blood pressure: severe headache; blurred vision; pounding in the neck or ears. Anxiety. Nosebleed.
- Signs of Stroke: Sudden Numbness, Weakness or Headache on one Side; Slurred Speech or Shaky Tone, as well as Vision Balance or Coordination Problems can all be telltale symptoms;
- Signs of a blood clot: sudden vision loss, stabbing pain in the chest, feeling short-of-breath, coughing blood, or pain or warmth on one or both legs.
- You may experience swelling or tenderness in your stomach.
- Jaundice
- Unusual vaginal bleeding and pelvic pain
- Breast lumps;
- Memory problems, confusion, or unusual behaviour.
- High levels of calcium in the blood can cause nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Other symptoms may include muscle weakness, bone pain, fatigue and increased thirst.
Some of the common side effects that Jinteli can cause include:
- Stomach pain;
- Bloating, swelling, and weight gain
- Breast pain
- Light vaginal bleeding;
- Hair loss on the scalp
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Alendronate, estradiol, fosamax, premarin, reclast, raloxfene, and estrace
Warnings
This medicine should not be used if: you have undiagnosed vaginal blood, liver disease, bleeding disorders, you are going to have major surgery, or you've had a stroke, heart attack, blood clot, or cancer in the breast, uterus/cervix, or vagina. Do not use it if you are pregnant.
This medicine can increase your risk of developing a condition that may lead to cancer of the uterus. Do not ignore any abnormal vaginal bleeding. This medicine should not be taken to prevent strokes or dementia.
Before you take this drug
Jinteli should not be used if:
- Unusual vaginal bleeding not monitored by a healthcare provider:
- Liver disease
- A bleeding disorder;
- An existing history of cardiovascular illness or stroke;
- A history of cancers of the breast, uterus, cervix, or vagina
Do not use it if you are pregnant. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while receiving treatment. This medicine increases your risk of a stroke or heart attack. This medicine can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack if it is used by someone with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or if they smoke.
Jinteli is not recommended for the prevention of heart disease, stroke, or dementia. This medicine can actually increase your chances of developing these conditions.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Heart disease
- If you have symptoms of liver disease or jaundice due to pregnancy or taking hormones, it is imperative that you consult your physician.
- Kidney disease
- Hereditary angioedema
- Bone tumour
- Lupus;
- Asthma;
- Epilepsy
- Migraines;
- Porphyria
- Gallbladder Disease
- Endometriosis or uterine fibroid tumours;
- A thyroid disorder,
- Calcium levels in the blood can be high or low.
Jinteli can increase your risk for cancers of the uterus, breast, and ovaries. Speak to your doctor about the risk. This medication may reduce breast milk production. Inform your doctor if breastfeeding is a possibility.
How to take Jinteli?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label. Take this medication at approximately the same time every day. This will ensure optimal effectiveness. Jinteli can increase your risk of developing a condition that could lead to uterine carcinoma. Your doctor may prescribe progesterone to help reduce this risk. Any unusual vaginal bleeding should be reported immediately.
You should have your doctor check on you regularly (every 3–6 months) in order to decide if this treatment is right for you. Every month, it is wise to conduct a self-exam for lumps in your breasts and schedule regular mammograms.
If you will be undergoing major surgery or long-term bedrest, temporarily discontinuing this medication may be necessary. You should let any doctor or surgeon that treats you know you're using Jinteli. Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are almost due for your next dose, skip the missed one. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.
What happens if I overdose?
Call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 or seek emergency medical care. Overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, or vaginal blood.
What should be avoided?
Smoking is harmful. While using Jinteli, you can increase your risk of blood clots or strokes. Grapefruit can interact with Jinteli, causing unwanted side effects. Use grapefruit products sparingly.
Interaction with other drug
Sometimes taking multiple medications at the same time can be dangerous. Some drugs may interact with each other to alter your blood levels and cause side effects or render them ineffective.
Jinteli may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are currently taking and those that you will begin or stop using.
