About drospirenone ethinylestradiol
Combined oral contraceptive pill
Used for
- Prevention of pregnancy
- May improve acne or menstrual symptoms
Usual adult dose
One tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day tablet-free interval, as directed by the pack.
Common side effects
- Nausea, headache, or breast tenderness
- Spotting or changes in menstrual bleeding
- Mood changes
Important warnings
- Increases risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack
- Not suitable for some people with migraine with aura or clotting history
- Smoking increases serious cardiovascular risks, especially over age 35
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections
Pregnancy
Do not use during pregnancy; stop if pregnancy is confirmed.
Breastfeeding
May reduce milk supply, particularly soon after birth; seek clinical guidance before use.
Interactions
- Some seizure medicines, rifampicin, and certain HIV medicines can reduce contraceptive effectiveness
- St John’s wort can reduce effectiveness
- Potassium-raising medicines may increase blood potassium
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.