What is Lyleq?
Lyleq is a synthetic form of progesterone. This female hormone regulates ovulation, menstruation, and other important processes.Lyleq can be used to prevent pregnancy by using contraception.Lyleq can also be used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeds caused by an imbalance in hormones.Lyleq is not all the same. Some Lyleq brands are only intended for contraception. Some brands are used to treat endometriosis and vaginal bleeding disorders. Use only the form and strength prescribed by your doctor to avoid medication mistakes.This medication guide does not list all possible uses of Lyleq.
Side effects of Lyleq
Immediately seek medical assistance if any of the following symptoms of allergic reaction arise: difficulty breathing, hives or swelling to lips, face, tongue or throat.
Lyleq can cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Sudden vision loss, bulging eyes, or severe headache;
- Rapid weight gain and swelling
- Unusual vaginal bleeding
- Missed menstrual cycles
- Pelvic pain (especially one side);
- Breast lumps;
- Feeling light-headed as though they could pass out.
- Increased thirst leads to increased urination.
- If you have liver problems, such as dark urine, abdominal pain, or jaundice (yellowing on the skin or in the eyes),
- Signs of a blood clot include sudden numbness, weakness, difficulty with speech or vision, chest pain, shortness of breath and swelling or redness on an arm or leg.
Lyleq side effects may include:
- Unusually heavy vaginal bleeding
- Headache;
- Breast pain or swelling
- Stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting;
- Hair loss;
- Having trouble sleeping is a sign of depression.
- Weight gain or weight gain.
- Vaginal itching or discharge
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. Contacting the FDA directly can help report side effects. Dial 1-800-FDA-1088 now to report potential problems!
Warnings
Do not take Lyleq if any of the following conditions exist: undiagnosed bleeding in the vaginal area, cancerous breast tissue, or liver tumor. If you've ever suffered a stroke or a coronary heart disease, then Lyleq may not be for you.Do not use this product if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.You should avoid taking Lyleq in some situations if you're nursing.
Before you take this drug
Lyleq should not be used if:
- Unusual vaginal bleeding not checked by a physician;
- A liver tumor or liver disease;
- Breast cancer
- A history of blood clots on your brain, in your eyes, lungs, or legs
Do not use Lyleq while pregnant or trying to get pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking the medication and immediately tell your doctor.You should ask your doctor if you can use this medication while breastfeeding. In some situations, you may not be able to take Lyleq while you are breastfeeding.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- High blood pressure, heart disease
- Liver disease
- Depression;
- Migraine headaches
- Diabetes;
- High cholesterol (or triglycerides);
- Fibroid tumors of the uterus;
- Epilepsy;
- Kidney Disease
- Asthma
- If you smoke.
Do not administer this medicine to an infant without consulting a doctor.
How to take Lylex?
Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.Follow your doctor's instructions on when to begin taking Lyleq as contraception if you have been using a combination pill that contains both oestrogen and progesterone.If you are taking Lyleq as contraception, take one pill per day. The interval between pills should not exceed 24 hours. If you don't take one pill every day, you may become pregnant.If you have diarrhoea or vomiting, you may need to take a backup form of birth control.Lyleq is most commonly prescribed for abnormal vaginal bleeding or menstrual disorders. You are likely to take it for 5–10 days. After your last dose, you may experience vaginal bleeding for 3–7 days.Lyleq is taken long-term, daily, for several months. You may need to change your dosage from time to time.Regularly, your doctor should monitor your progress. Monthly, self-examine breasts to look for lumps. Also, have mammograms.Report any abnormal vaginal bleeding immediately.Lyleq may affect certain medical tests. Inform any doctor that you see about your use of this medication.Store this medication away from moisture, heat, and light at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Follow the instructions on your medication or call your doctor.If you miss a dose of birth control, your chances of getting pregnant increase. If you miss your dose by more than three hours, take it as soon as possible and continue to use the backup birth control method for at least 48 hours. Continue to take your pills at regular intervals.Call your doctor if you have missed two periods in a row. You might be pregnant.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.A Lyleq overdose is unlikely to be harmful.
What should be avoided?
Do not use oestrogen medication unless your doctor tells you to.Do not smoke. Smoking can increase your risk of blood clots and heart attacks while using Lyleq contraception.Lyleq does not protect against sexually transmissible diseases, including HIV and Aids. The only way to prevent these diseases is by using a condom.
Interaction with other drug
Certain drugs may make Lyleq less efficient, resulting in an unintended pregnancy when you are using Lyleq as contraception. Inform your doctor of all medications you are currently taking, such as:
- John's Wort;
- Medicine to treat an infection.
- Medicine to treat tuberculosis
- Medicine to treat HIV or AIDS
- Seizure medication.
This list is incomplete. Lyleq may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines and vitamin and herb products. This list does not encompass all potential drug interactions.
