Overview
Introduction For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
- Famila tablet contains levonorgestrel 0.15 mg and ethinyloestradiol 0.03mg. Levonorgestrel is hormonal medication & ethinyloestradiol is an estrogen medication.
- They come in the category of “oral contraceptives”.
- It is primarily used for contraception i.e. for preventing pregnancy in women
- It comes in low dose and is most reliable combined oral pill for birth spacing (practice of waiting between pregnancies)
- The chances of getting pregnant is approx 1% in a year
- Avoid its use if you smoke tobacco/cigarettes and are over 35 years of age
- For oral administration in females only
When Not To Use For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
How To Use For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
- For oral administration i.e. taken via mouth
- For use in females only
- Take pills as directed by the doctor and do not miss the dose
- Missing doses can increase chances of pregnancy
- If vomiting or diarrhea occurs, it can prevent birth control pills from working. In such cases condoms or spermicides (back up birth control method) can be used.
- Using it after evening meal or at bedtime is helpful for preventing upset stomach or nausea with this medicine
- Use it at the same time every day i.e. doses should be 24 hours apart
- Ask doctor or pharmacist for complete detail on its use daily and follow it properly
Why Choose For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
Famila tablet contains levonorgestrel 0.15 mg and ethinyloestradiol 0.03mg. Levonorgestrel is progestin hormone medication & ethinyloestradiol is an estrogen medication. They come in the category of “oral contraceptives”. It acts by preventing ovulation (release of egg) during menstrual cycle. It also makes vaginal fluid thick to prevent sperm from fertilizing the egg & prevents attachment of fertilized egg by changing lining of the womb (uterus). This combination medication is primarily used for contraception i.e. for preventing pregnancy in women. It comes in low dose and is most reliable combined oral pill for birth spacing (practice of waiting between pregnancies). The chances of getting pregnant is approximately 1% in a year.
Birth control pills also help in making periods regular, decrease incidence of painful periods & blood loss, decrease ovarian cyst risk, and treats acne.
Storage For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Faqs
How is famila 28 tablet used?
If famila 28 tablet is in use, take inactive pill (without hormone) once daily for 7 days in a row after taking the last active pill (with hormones). Or follow as directed by the doctor
How to prevent getting pregnant after 72 hours?
In case you have had unprotected sex, and you use this pill within 72 hours, then it reduces risk of pregnancy up to 87% if used as directed.
Do brown pills cause periods to start?
These are placebo pills which mimic natural menstrual cycle
Will one pill be enough to prevent pregnancy?
Its effectiveness is up to 90%. And results may depend upon time of consumption of pills and how soon you’ve taken the pill after unprotected sex.
Instructions For Famila-28 0.15mg/0.03mg
- For oral administration i.e. taken via mouth
- For use in females only
- Take pills as directed by the doctor and do not miss the dose
- Missing doses can increase chances of pregnancy
- If vomiting or diarrhea occurs, it can prevent birth control pills from working. In such cases condoms or spermicides (back up birth control method) can be used.
- Using it after evening meal or at bedtime is helpful for preventing upset stomach or nausea with this medicine
- Use it at the same time every day i.e. doses should be 24 hours apart
- Ask doctor or pharmacist for complete detail on its use daily and follow it properly
Warnings
Pregnancy
Not recommended for use by pregnant females
Lactation
It does pass in breast milk but unlikely to harm the newborn. So, for instructions on its use in lactating mothers, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Before its use, inform doctor if you’re suffering from conditions like blood clotting disorders (like protein S or protein C deficiency), blood clots in legs/eyes/lungs; hypertension (high BP), cancer, abnormal breast exam, depression, diabetes, high cholesterol or triglyceride level, angioedema (swelling disorder), or gallbladder problem. In diabetic patients with its use, blood sugar levels should be kept in check. Inform doctor of its use if you are going for surgery/just had surgery or will be confined to bed or a chair (long plane flight) as it increases chances of blood clots.
Disclaimer
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