Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol Tablets
Duogen-Dros Tablet
Duogen-Dros Tablet is a contraceptive medicine. Duogen-Dros Tablet is used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy).
Duogen-Dros Tablet Composition :-
Duogen-Dros Tablet consists of : Drospirenone 3 mg and Ethinylestradiol 0.03 mg.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Uses :-
Duogen-Dros Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill for women. Duogen-Dros Tablet is a combination pill which contains two synthetic female sex hormones like Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol as active ingredients.
Duogen-Dros Tablet helps in inhibiting the release and fertilization of an egg.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Dosage :-
Duogen-Dros Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Duogen-Dros Tablet is commonly taken with or without food once a day.
Take Duogen-Dros Tablet at around the regular time every day.
Duogen-Dros Tablet comes in strips of 21 tablets. Duogen-Dros Tablet is marked with 21 tablets one day of each week.
Take Duogen-Dros Tablet at a fixed time every day for 21 days.
- Start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet a pill marked with the correct day of the week on strips of 21 tablets. - - Follow the direction of the arrows on the strip on the strips of Duogen-Dros Tablet.
- Duogen-Dros Tablet take one tablet every day, until you have finished all 21 tablets.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Swallow each tablet whole with water, do not chew the tablet.
- After taking 21 pills of Duogen-Dros Tablet, you have seven free days, then you do not take any pill for those seven days.
- If you take one last tablet of Duogen-Dros Tablet pack on Friday, then you should take the first tablet of your next pack on Saturday of next week.
- Within a few days of taking the last tablet of Duogen-Dros Tablet, you may experience menstrual-like bleeding or your bleeding has not stopped and it is time to start the next pack of Duogen-Dros Tablet.
- During the free days you do not need to use contraception after taking 21 pills of the pack of Duogen-Dros Tablet.
- Start taking the pack of 21 tablets of Duogen-Dros Tablet on the first day of the cycle (ie, the first day of your period). You are protected against pregnancy if you start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet from the first day of your period.
- If you also start Duogen-Dros Tablet on day 2-5 of the cycle, you should use additional protective contraception (such as a condom) for the first 7 days.
- If you forget to take Duogen-Dros Tablet, take the tablet as soon as you remember and then take Duogen-Dros Tablet at your normal time.
- If you miss taking Duogen-Dros Tablet and delay more than 12 hours after taking Duogen-Dros Tablet, then protection against pregnancy may be reduced.
- If you miss more Duogen-Dros Tablet, higher is the risk of getting pregnant.
- In case you forget to take Duogen-Dros Tablet. Take the missed tablet as soon as you remember, even if you may need to take two pills at the same time, and use additional protective contraception (such as a condom) for the next 7 days.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Duogen-Dros Tablet can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
Common side effects of Duogen-Dros Tablet
• Nausea,
• Headache,
• Migraine,
• Breast Pain,
• Depressed mood
• Breast tenderness,
• Menstrual disorders,
• Bleeding between periods,
• Vaginal discharge,
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 :-
• You are allergic to Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol, the constituents of Duogen-Dros Tablet.
• If for any reason you miss a dose of Duogen-Dros Tablet, or if you experience vomiting or vomiting within 4 hours of taking a dose, take another tablet. If you missed a dose or it is 12 hours late to take the missed dose, you should use a condom during intercourse for a period of 2 days.
• Duogen-Dros Tablet is to be taken on the first day of menstruation. Duogen-Dros Tablet has to be taken for a full month. Once the pack of Duogen-Dros Tablet is exhausted, start with a new one.
To get the most benefit from Duogen-Dros Tablet, take it at the same time. It should be taken only as per the advice of your doctor.
• If you have had or have had problems with blood clots in a blood vessel in the legs (deep vein thrombosis, DVT), lungs (Pulmonary embolism, PE), or other organs.
• If you are suffering from blood clotting disorder.
• If you have had a heart attack, stroke or chest pain, or have diabetes with blood vessel damage, high blood pressure and increased levels of fats (cholesterol) in the blood.
• If you are suffering from kidney, liver or migraine disease. If you have or have ever had a liver tumor,
• If you have or are suspected of having a sex hormone-dependent tumor.
• If you have any unexplained bleeding from your vagina.
• If you have had surgery with immobilization for a long period of time.
• Stop using Duogen-Dros Tablet and consult your doctor if you have yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice), severe stomach pain, severe depression, or think you may be pregnant.
• Before you start treatment with Duogen-Dros Tablet, tell your doctor if you smoke, you are over 35, you have or have ever had a heart attack, or cancer of the uterus/cervix, or vagina.
• Your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels may be checked regularly during treatment with Duogen-Dros Tablet.
• You may experience spotting or bleeding between periods or missed periods while on treatment with Duogen-Dros Tablet. If it happens repeatedly or persists for a long time, a doctor should be consulted.
• You should tell your doctor if you notice swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or change in vision during treatment with Duogen-Dros Tablet, as these could be signs of a blood clot.
• Duogen-Dros Tablet does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) or any other sexually transmitted disease.
• Duogen-Dros Tablet works by inhibiting ovulation and formation of endometrium.
• A few common side-effects such as headache, migraine, breast pain, and nausea are some of the common side effects of Duogen-Dros Tablet. If side effects are bothersome or severe, you should tell your doctor.
• After abortion :
If you have had a miscarriage during the first three months of pregnancy, your doctor may ask you to start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet. That is, you will get contraceptive protection from the first pill.
• Having a baby :
You can start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet between 21 to 28 days after having a baby. If you start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet after day 28, you should use protective contraception (for example, condoms) for the first seven days after taking Duogen-Dros Tablet.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Mfg By :-
Xeno Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Duogen-Dros Tablet Price :-
MRP ₹ = 289.80 (21 tablets)
Duogen-Dros Tablet Storage :-
Duogen-Dros Tablet store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Classification :-
Drug Name : Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy).
FAQs :-
What is Duogen-Dros Tablet?
Duogen-Dros Tablet is an oral hormonal contraceptive pill for women. Duogen-Dros Tablet contains two synthetic female sex hormones like Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol as active ingredients. Duogen-Dros Tablet is used in the treatment of contraception (to prevent pregnancy). Duogen-Dros Tablet helps in inhibiting the release and fertilization of an egg.
How should Duogen-Dros Tablet be taken?
Start taking Duogen-Dros Tablet a pill marked with the correct day of the week on strips of 21 tablets. - - Follow the direction of the arrows on the strip on the strips of Duogen-Dros Tablet.
Duogen-Dros Tablet take one tablet every day, until you have finished all 21 tablets.
Duogen-Dros Tablet Swallow each tablet whole with water, do not chew the tablet.
After taking 21 pills of Duogen-Dros Tablet, you have seven free days, then you do not take any pill for those seven days.
If you take one last tablet of Duogen-Dros Tablet pack on Friday, then you should take the first tablet of your next pack on Saturday of next week.
What are the side effects of Duogen-Dros Tablet?
Duogen-Dros Tablet may cause some side effects though not everyone may experience these side effects.
Common side effects of Duogen-Dros Tablet include: Nausea, Headache, Migraine, Breast pain, Depression, Breast tenderness, Menstrual disorders, Bleeding between periods, Vaginal discharge and Vaginal yeast infection.
Most of these side effects are short-lived and resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects do not get better over time or get worse, consult a doctor as soon as possible.
What if I forget to take Duogen-Dros Tablet?
If you forget to take Duogen-Dros Tablet, take the tablet as soon as you remember and then take Duogen-Dros Tablet at your normal time.
If you miss taking Duogen-Dros Tablet and delay more than 12 hours after taking Duogen-Dros Tablet, then protection against pregnancy may be reduced.
If you miss more Duogen-Dros Tablet, higher is the risk of getting pregnant.
In case you forget to take Duogen-Dros Tablet. Take the missed tablet as soon as you remember, even if you may need to take two pills at the same time, and use additional protective contraception (such as a condom) for the next 7 days.
Can I take Duogen-Dros Tablet during pregnancy?
If you are pregnant you should stop using Duogen-Dros Tablet. Or you should consult your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment with Duogen-Dros Tablet.
Can I take Duogen-Dros Tablet while I am breastfeeding?
Duogen-Dros Tablet should be avoided during breastfeeding.
Duogen-Dros Tablet affects the composition and quantity of breast milk.
Can I drive if I have taken Duogen-Dros Tablet?
Duogen-Dros Tablet is not expected to affect the ability to drive. However, one must be cautious while driving.
Can I consume alcohol with Duogen-Dros Tablet?
If you are a frequent user of Duogen-Dros Tablet then you should consult your doctor for alcohol consumption related advice before consuming Duogen-Dros Tablet.
Can Duogen-Dros Tablet be used for quick periods?
Duogen-Dros tablet is not used for periods, this Duogen-Dros Tablet prevents ovulation in women.
Can I use Duogen-Dros Tablet to postpone my period?
Duogen-Dros Tablet should not be used for any condition without consulting your doctor.
Can I take Duogen-Dros Tablet for irregular periods?
Duogen-Dros Tablet is not used in irregular periods. Duogen-Dros Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill for women.
Can I take Duogen-Dros Tablet for PCOS?
Duogen-Dros Tablet is not for use for the treatment of any other gynecological condition other than it is prescribed for. It is important to consult a doctor before taking any medicine to treat irregular periods. Self-medication should not be done.