Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinylestradiol Tablets
Butipil Tablet
Butipil Tablet is used to treat symptoms of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) like hirsutism (excessive growth of facial hair in females), acne and irregular periods, and also acts as a contraceptive.
Butipil Tablet Composition :-
Butipil Tablet consists of : Cyproterone Acetate 2mg and Ethinylestradiol 0.035mg.
Butipil Tablet Uses :-
Butipil Tablet is a hormonal medication. Butipil Tablet is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Cyproterone and Ethinylestradiol.
Butipil Tablet is used in women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) who have high levels of male hormones called androgens, these hormones responsible for irregular menstrual cycles (periods), excessive hair growth and acne.
Butipil Tablet also acts as a contraceptive.
Butipil Tablet Dosage :-
Butipil Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Butipil Tablet are intended for oral administration.
Butipil Tablet is commonly taken with or without food once a day.
Take Butipil Tablet at around the regular time every day.
- Butipil Tablet should be taken regularly for contraception.
- Butipil Tablet should be taken as one tablet daily at regular time every day for 21 consecutive days as directed on the package.
- The course should be restarted after each pack of Butipil Tablet after a free 7-day interval.
- Butipil Tablet should be started from the first day of a woman's natural cycle (i.e. the first day of her menstrual bleeding). on days 2-5, but a barrier method should be used for the first 7 days during the first cycle of taking Butipil Tablet.
- If Butipil Tablet is missed, the last missed tablet should be taken as soon as it is remembered, even if it is time for the next dose or to take two tablets at the same time. After that, Butipil Tablet should be continued at its usual time. And for the next 7 days, a barrier method like condoms should be used.
- Androgenization depends on the severity of symptoms and response to treatment. In general, treatment can take up to several months. It takes at least three months to get relief from the symptoms of androgenization.
- If symptoms recur, weeks or months after stopping the tablet, treatment with Butipil Tablet may be restarted.
Butipil Tablet Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Butipil Tablet can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
• Nausea,
• Headache,
• Abdominal pain
• Weight gain,
• Mood changes,
• Breast Pain,
Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time. Although, if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get poor, take a doctor's consultation as soon as possible.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Do not stop taking the pack of Butipil Tablet abruptly for more than 7 days in between.
• If there is a delay of more than 12 hours in taking a tablet, it results in reduced contraceptive protection. Therefore, Butipil Tablet should be taken at regular time.
• If vomiting occurs within 3-4 hours of taking Butipil Tablet, the tablet should be taken again. If the woman does not want to change her usual tablet-taking schedule, she can take an additional tablet from another pack.
• Irregular use of Butipil Tablet may cause intramenstrual bleeding and may result in poor therapeutic and contraceptive reliability.
• Bleeding may resume 2-3 days after the last tablet which may not stop before the next pack is started.
• Do not use Butipil Tablet with any other type of birth control pill.
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Butipil Tablet should be used with caution in the presence of abnormal vaginal bleeding, usually Butipil Tablet is used for a long duration. Your doctor may suggest diagnostic tests to find the cause of abnormal bleeding.
Butipil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with high blood pressure because of the higher risk of serious side effects on the heart and blood vessels. Your doctor can prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
• Liver Diseases :
Butipil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver problem as this medicine is absorbed in the liver. Your doctor can prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
• You may feel dizzy or faint after taking Butipil Tablet. Therefore, do not drive or operate machinery after taking Butipil Tablet.
• Breast Cancer
Butipil Tablet may increase the risk of breast cancer. Usually in people who have a family history of breast cancer. Hence caution should be exercised while using Butipil Tablet.
• Clotting disorder
Patients having clotting disorder should avoid taking Butipil Tablet. If you have, your health condition may get worse.
• Unexplained vaginal bleeding
Use of Butipil Tablet in women with undiagnosed vaginal bleeding is not recommended. If you have unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed, Butipil Tablet may make your health condition worse, causing serious side effects. can also be.
• During breastfeeding
The components of Butipil Tablet pass into breastmilk in small amounts. Therefore, the use of Butipil Tablet should be avoided during breastfeeding during the first 6 weeks after childbirth. Based on your clinical condition the doctor may prescribe you a safer alternative with therapeutic response.
• Pregnancy
Use of Butipil Tablet in pregnancy is not recommended because of the presence of Ethinylestradiol in this medicine which is used as a birth control pill. Based on your clinical condition the doctor may prescribe you a safer alternative with therapeutic response.
• Heart and blood vessel disorders
Use of Butipil Tablet in patients with heart and blood vessel disorders is not recommended if you have an active stroke or history of stroke, heart attack or clotting disorder, Butipil Tablet may worsen your health condition causing serious side effects can also be.
• Butipil Tablet is not recommended for use in less than 18 years of age because safety and efficacy data are not yet available.
• Butipil Tablet may interact with other medicine such as: anti-diabetic medicine, ketoconazole, rifampicin or ritonavir.
Butipil Tablet Mfg By :-
Sanzyme Ltd
Butipil Tablet Price :-
MRP ₹ = 184.25 (21 tablets)
Butipil Tablet Storage :-
Butipil Tablet store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Classification :-
Drug Name : Cyproterone Acetate & Ethinyl Estradiol.
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treat symptoms of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) like hirsutism (excessive growth of facial hair in females), acne and irregular periods, and also acts as a contraceptive.
FAQs :-
What is Butipil Tablet?
Butipil Tablet is a hormonal medication. Butipil Tablet is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Cyproterone and Ethinylestradiol.
How and in what dose should I take Butipil Tablet?
Butipil Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Butipil Tablet is commonly taken with or without food once a day. Butipil Tablet should be taken regularly for contraception. Butipil Tablet should be taken as one tablet daily at regular time every day for 21 consecutive days as directed on the package. The course should be restarted after each pack of Butipil Tablet after a free 7-day interval. Butipil Tablet should be started from the first day of a woman's natural cycle (i.e. the first day of her menstrual bleeding). on days 2-5, but a barrier method should be used for the first 7 days during the first cycle of taking Butipil Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Butipil Tablet?
If Butipil Tablet is missed, the last missed tablet should be taken as soon as it is remembered, even if it is time for the next dose or to take two tablets at the same time. After that, Butipil Tablet should be continued at its usual time. And for the next 7 days, a barrier method like condoms should be used.
What if I vomit after few hours of taking Butipil Tablet?
If vomiting occurs within 3-4 hours of taking Butipil Tablet, the tablet should be taken again. If the woman does not want to change her usual tablet-taking schedule, she can take an additional tablet from another pack.
Does Butipil Tablet also work as a contraceptive?
Butipil Tablet is a hormonal medication. Butipil Tablet is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Cyproterone and Ethinylestradiol. Butipil tablet also acts as a contraceptive. Butipil Tablet should be taken regularly for contraception. Butipil Tablet should be taken as one tablet daily at regular time every day for 21 consecutive days as directed on the package.
What are the common side effects of taking Butipil Tablet?
Butipil Tablet can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
• Nausea,
• Headache,
• Abdominal pain
• Weight gain,
• Mood changes,
• Breast Pain,
Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time.
How long will Butipil Tablet take to reduce acne?
Butipil tablet is also used for the treatment of acne. Butipil Tablet is used for the treatment of acne when topical therapy or systemic antibiotic treatment has failed.
Is Butipil Tablet birth control pill?
Butipil tablet is birth control pill. Sometimes Butipil Tablet is also used to terminate a pregnancy. Do not use Butipil Tablet with any other type of birth control pill.
What are the uses of Butipil Tablet?
Butipil Tablet is used to treat symptoms of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) like hirsutism (excessive growth of facial hair in females), acne and irregular periods, and also acts as a contraceptive.
How to take Butipil Tablet?
Butipil Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Butipil Tablet is commonly taken with or without food once a day. Butipil Tablet should be started from the first day of a woman's natural cycle (i.e. the first day of her menstrual bleeding). Butipil Tablet should be taken as one tablet daily at regular time every day for 21 consecutive days as directed on the package. The course should be restarted after each pack of Butipil Tablet after a free 7-day interval.
How many days of taking Butipil Tablet can I have periods?
Usually periods should occur in 7 - 10 days after the pack of Butipil Tablet ends for 21 days.
Does Butipil Tablet reduce weight?
No, Butipil Tablet does not reduce weight. Rather, Butipil Tablet is known to cause weight gain as a side effect. Therefore, to avoid weight gain, eat only home-cooked food and do regular exercise.