What is Lyza?
Lyza is a type of progesterone. This female hormone regulates ovulation, menstruation, and other important functions. Lyza is used to prevent pregnancy through contraception. Lyza can also be used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeds caused by an imbalance in hormones.Some brands of Lyza may not be used for the same purposes. Some Lyza 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. Lyza can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Lyza
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives or swelling to lips, face, tongue or throat - seek medical assistance immediately!
Lyza 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 on one side)
- Breast lumps;
- Feeling of lightheadedness - as though one 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 limb.
Side effects of Lyza 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 with reports of adverse side effects is easy - simply dial 1-800-FDA-1088!
Similar/related drugs
Norethindrone, Levonorgestrel, Medroxyprogesterone, Depo-Provera, Provera, and Nexplanon
Warnings
Do not take Lyza if: you have undiagnosed vaginal bleeds; you have breast cancer; or you suffer from liver disease. If you've ever suffered a stroke or a coronary heart disease, then Lyza may not be for you.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to become pregnant or trying to become pregnant.You should avoid taking Lyza in some situations if you're nursing.
Before you take this drug
Lyza should not be used if:
- Unusual vaginal bleeding not checked by a physician;
- A liver tumour or liver disease;
- Breast cancer
- A history of blood clots on your brain, in your eyes, lungs, or legs
Do not use Lyza 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. You should consult your doctor if you plan to breastfeed while taking Lyza.
Tell your doctor immediately of any of the following symptoms:
- High blood pressure, heart disease
- Liver disease
- Depression;
- Migraine headaches
- Diabetes;
- High cholesterol (or triglycerides);
- Fibroid tumours 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 Lyza?
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 Lyza as contraception if you have been using a combination pill that contains both oestrogen and progesterone.Take one pill daily, not more than 24 hours apart. 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.
Lyza is most likely only prescribed for 5–10 days if you are taking it for abnormal vaginal bleeding or menstrual problems. After your last dose, you may experience vaginal bleeding for 3–7 days.Lyza 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.Lyza can interfere with certain medical tests. Inform any doctor that treats you 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 Lyza overdose is not considered dangerous.
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 Lyza contraception.Lyza 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 Lyza less efficient, resulting in an unintended pregnancy when you use Lyza as contraception. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications, including:
- John's Wort;
- Medicine to treat an infection (antifungal medicine or antibacterial medicine);
- Medicine to treat tuberculosis
- Medicine to treat HIV or AIDS
- Seizure medication.
This list is incomplete. Lyza may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines and vitamin and herb products. This list does not include all possible drug interactions.
