Ovral L Tablet (Ethinyl Estradiol 0.03mg / Levonorgestrel 0.15mg)

Medical Description

Ovral L tablet is a birth control pill used to prevent pregnancy. Ovral L tablet is a hormone containing levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol which are similar to the natural hormones in a woman’s body. It works by preventing the release of the egg and restricting the movement of the sperm in the womb. Ovral L tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor for the greatest effectiveness a woman must take pills daily without any break, skipping any dose may lead to failure of contraception and unwanted pregnancy. Ovral L is not recommended for breastfeeding women in less than 6 months after giving birth. Linking the intake of the Ovral L to a daily activity such as after a meal may help you remember and reduce some side effects.

Uses of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Ovral L tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill.

contraindications
Contraindications of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets
If you are allergic to levonorgestrel or ethinylestradiol or any other ingredients of Ovral L tablet.
If you have a history of any blood clot formation or bleeding disorder.
If you have any problems with your heart like stroke, heart attack or chest pain.
If you have or had a history of migraine attacks.
If you had or have pancreas or liver problems.
If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol.
If you have a history of vaginal bleeding (cause not established), absent periods for more than 3 months (amenorrhea).
If you have or are suspected of having breast cancer or cancer of the genital organs (private parts).
If you are taking treatment for Hepatitis C with a medicine that contains Ombitasvir/Paritaprevir/Ritonavir plus Dasabuvir.

Side effects of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Weight changes
Mood swings
Pain, tenderness of breast
Reduced sex drive

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have a family history of breast cancer, diabetes, fits or other brain disorders.
You have high blood pressure or cholesterol.
You have a disease of the liver, gall bladder or inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis).
You have a blood disease that damages the kidneys (hemolytic uremic syndrome).
You have immune system disorder like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
You have a history of pregnancy patches especially on the face (chloasma).
You have a disease that first appeared during pregnancy like porphyria (an inherited haemoglobin defect), hearing loss, gestational herpes (vesicular skin rashes during pregnancy) and Sydenham’s chorea (rapid, irregular movements of the body).
You have a family history or previous history of serious allergic reactions causing swelling of face and throat, breathing difficulty skin rashes and blisters (hereditary angioedema).
You should let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using this medicine while going for a lab test as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.

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Mode of Action of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

How Does It Work?
Ovral L tablet is an oestrogen-progestogen that is similar to a natural hormone produced in women’s bodies. It works by preventing the release of the egg by the ovary, thickening vaginal secretions (blocking the sperm from reaching the egg) and thinning down the lining of the uterus. It helps in preventing the implantation of the egg if it is fertilized by any chance, thus preventing pregnancy.

Directions for Use of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Ovral L tablet should be swallowed as a whole with a full glass of water. Do not break, cut or chew the medicine.
You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
If vomiting occurs within 4 hours after tablet taking, women must take an extra tablet.

Interactions of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines
Concomitant use of Ovral L tablet along with medicines used to treat fits (Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, etc.), medicines used to treat HIV infection (Nevirapine, Ritonavir), anti-infectives (Penicillin, Griseofulvin etc.), medicines that increase the stomach and intestine problems (Metoclopramide) and herbal supplements like St.John’s Wort (used to treat psychiatric illnesses), may alter the effects of Ovral L tablet.
Concomitant use of this tablet along with some anti-seizure medications like Lamotrigine and immunosuppressants like Cyclosporine (used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn’s disease) should be avoided.
Concomitant use of this tablet with certain antiviral medicines may affect your liver enzymes. Thus, this tablet should be stopped and can be restarted 2 weeks after completing the treatment.
Other medicines like Rifampicin and Carbamazepine should be used cautiously.

Storage and disposal of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Store Ovral L tablets below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed.

Dosage of Ovral L Strip Of 21 Tablets

Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose of the Ovral L include nausea, vomiting or withdrawal bleeding. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of the Ovral L tablets, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of Ovral L tablets may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember and continue with your regular dose schedule. You should also inform your doctor and seek further advice.