About drospinenone + ethinylestradiol
Combined oral contraceptive
Used for
- Prevents pregnancy
- May improve acne or reduce heavy, painful periods
Usual adult dose
One tablet by mouth daily, at the same time, following the pack schedule.
Common side effects
- Nausea or abdominal discomfort
- Headache or mood changes
- Breast tenderness
- Spotting or changes in bleeding
Important warnings
- Can increase blood-clot risk, especially with smoking or certain health conditions.
- Avoid with a history of blood clots, stroke, or certain breast cancers.
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
- Seek urgent care for chest pain, sudden breathlessness, severe headache, or leg swelling.
Pregnancy
Not used during pregnancy; stop if pregnancy is confirmed.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk supply, especially soon after birth; suitability depends on timing and circumstances.
Interactions
- Some seizure medicines, rifampin, and St. John’s wort can reduce contraceptive effectiveness.
- Certain HIV or hepatitis medicines may affect hormone levels.
- Potassium-raising medicines can increase potassium; monitoring may be needed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.