About Ovral Tablets
Combined oral contraceptive
Used for
Usual adult dose
Take one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day tablet-free interval, as prescribed.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Headache
- Breast tenderness
- Breakthrough bleeding
Important warnings
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.
- Smoking increases serious cardiovascular risks, especially after age 35.
- Avoid with a history of blood clots, stroke, or certain hormone-sensitive cancers.
- Can raise blood pressure and rarely cause liver or gallbladder problems.
Pregnancy
Not for use during pregnancy; stop if pregnancy is confirmed.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk supply, particularly soon after birth; suitability depends on timing and individual circumstances.
Interactions
- Some seizure medicines and rifampin can reduce contraceptive effectiveness.
- Certain HIV or hepatitis C medicines can affect hormone levels.
- St. John’s wort may reduce contraceptive effectiveness.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.