About ethinylestradiol + levonorgestrel
Combined oral contraceptive
Used for
- Prevention of pregnancy
- May help make periods lighter, more regular, and less painful
Usual adult dose
One tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day tablet-free break; follow the pack order.
Common side effects
- Nausea or abdominal discomfort
- Headache or mood changes
- Breast tenderness
- Breakthrough bleeding
Important warnings
- Small increased risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack
- Not suitable for some people with migraine with aura or clot history
- Smoking, especially after age 35, increases serious cardiovascular risks
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections
Pregnancy
Do not use during pregnancy; stop if pregnancy is confirmed.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk supply, especially soon after birth; suitability depends on timing and individual circumstances.
Interactions
- Some seizure medicines and rifampicin can reduce contraceptive effectiveness
- St John's wort may reduce effectiveness
- Some HIV or hepatitis medicines can interact
- May affect lamotrigine levels
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.