Pearl
Pearl Products are primarily used for
Contraception
About Pearl Products
Uses of Pearl Products
Ethinyl Estradiol+Levonorgestrel is used for contraception. It may also be used in the treatment of irregular periods.
Pearl Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pearl are Headache, Breast pain, Nausea, Abdominal pain, Weight gain, Depression.
How Pearl Products work
Ethinyl Estradiol + Levonorgestrel is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Patient Concerns about Pearl Products
Frequently asked questions about Pearl Products
Frequently asked questions about Pearl Products
Q. What is Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) and what is it used for?
Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.
Q. What if I forget to take Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least next 7 days to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor if this persists.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
The use of Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) is not recommended to patients with known allergy to any of its components or excipients. It is not advised to be used by patients with a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes mellitus, migraine headache, liver disease or tumors, uterine bleeding, breast cancer, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism (blood clot).
Q. Can Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) be taken by a patient who smokes?
Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) should not be taken by a person who smokes. Smoking increases the risk of serious side effects like death from heart attack, blood clots or stroke. The risk increases in patients who are obese or over 35 years of age and people who are heavy smokers. Inform your doctor if you smoke, before taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack).
Q. What if I miss my regular menstrual periods while taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
If you miss your menstrual periods while taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack), you may be pregnant. Some women may miss periods or have light periods while taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) even if they are not pregnant. Contact your doctor if you think you are pregnant or have missed one or two periods. This may happen in case you are not taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) at the same time every day.
Q. Can Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) cause bleeding or spotting between the regular menstrual periods?
Yes, Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) can cause some unexpected bleeding or spotting, especially during the first three months. Do not stop taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) because of this. This bleeding or spotting decreases with time. You may have unexpected bleeding if you do not take the pills regularly. Consult your doctor if the spotting continues for more than seven days or if the bleeding is heavy.
Q. What if I vomit after taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack) tablet, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take an another dose as soon as you feel well enough.
Q. What are the common side effects of taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack)?
You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking Pearl Oral Contraceptive Pills With Iron (2 Cycle Pack). Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), acne, depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary. If these persist, consult with your doctor.