| OVRAL G | |
| Active ingredient | Norgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol |
| Brand | Ovral-G |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral tablets |
Ovral-G (Norgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol) is a hormonal contraceptive tablet used to prevent unwanted pregnancy and help regulate menstrual cycles. It may also reduce heavy or painful periods.
Clinical Uses
The following are the clinical uses of Ovral-G tablets:
- It prevents unwanted pregnancy.
- Regulation of menstrual cycles.
- It treats irregular menstruation.
- Reduction of heavy menstrual bleeding
- It reliefs from painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea).
- Management of certain hormonal imbalances
Dosage Options
The following are the dosage strengths available at 5M Biotech India:
- 0.5 mg
- 0.05 mg
Always consult your doctor before taking Ovral-G tablets. It helps to reduce the chances of adverse effects.
How It Works?
Ovral-G contains estrogen and progestin hormones that prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary). It also thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm from entering the uterus and alters the uterine lining, that makes implantation less likely.
Side Effects
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting.
- Headache and dizziness.
- Breast tenderness or pain.
- Weight changes.
- Mood swings.
- Irregular menstrual bleeding or spotting.
- Abdominal pain.
- Bloating.
- Changes in libido.
Serious side effects
- Blood clots
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- Liver problems.
Always consult your doctor or visit a nearby hospital if the side effects persists or worsen.
Precautions & Warnings
Below are the precautionary measures you need to follow while using Ovral-G tablets:
- Do not use the medication during pregnancy.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots or stroke.
- Use the medication with proper caution in patients with high blood pressure.
- Inform the doctor if you have liver disease or migraine.
Drug Interactions
The following are the medicines that might interact with Ovral-G tablets:
- Antibiotics such as Rifampicin and rifabutin
- Antiepileptic drugs
- Antifungal drugs
- Antiretroviral drugs
- Herbal medicines
- Anticoagulants
- Diabetes medicines
Always inform your doctor before taking any medication along with Ovral-G tablets.
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