Droslyn 4 mg (Tablet)

(24 active+4 inert) tablets: ৳ 400.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Drospirenone
Company Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Progestin contraceptive
  • Use as oral contraceptive

Pharmacology

  • Oral administration
  • Lowers risk of pregnancy
  • Suppresses ovulation
  • Metabolized by CYP3A4
  • Excretion in urine and feces

Dosage & Administration

  • Swallowed whole once a day
  • 28 consecutive days
  • Specific instructions for starting and switching
  • Color-coded tablets for different days

Interaction

  • Effects of other drugs on hormonal contraceptives
  • Substances decreasing systemic concentrations of hormonal contraceptives
  • Substances increasing systemic concentrations of hormonal contraceptives
  • Potential to increase serum potassium concentration

Contraindications

  • Renal impairment
  • Adrenal insufficiency
  • Progestin sensitive cancers
  • Liver tumors or hepatic impairment
  • Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding

Side Effects

  • Clinically significant side effects
  • Adverse reactions including acne, headache, nausea, and others

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Little or no risk of birth defects
  • Discontinue in case of pregnancy
  • Negligible excretion in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Hyperkalemia risk
  • Thromboembolic disorders
  • Potential bone loss
  • Liver disease precautions
  • Risk of ectopic pregnancy
  • Risk of hyperglycemia in diabetic patients
  • Bleeding irregularities and amenorrhea
  • Observation for onset and exacerbation of depression

Overdose Effects

  • Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding
  • No antidotes, provide symptomatic support
  • Monitor serum potassium and sodium

Therapeutic Class

  • Oral Contraceptive preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store below 30°C
  • Keep in a dry place
  • Keep away from light
  • Keep out of the reach of children

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