Ovral L is a monophasic, low dose combination of Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol Tablets I.P. used to prevent pregnancy. Each combined oral contraceptive (COC) tablet contains 150 g of Levonorgestrel I.P. and 30 g of Ethinyl estradiol.This drug may also be used to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Ovral L is a monophasic, low dose combination of Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol Tablets I.P. used to prevent pregnancy. Each combined oral contraceptive (COC) tablet contains 150 g of Levonorgestrel I.P. and 30 g of Ethinyl estradiol.
Common use
It contains ethinyl estradiol and norgestrel, female hormones used to prevent ovulation as a contraception medicine. The drug changes condition of cervical mucus and uterine lining and hampers movement of sperm cells to the uterus and attachment of a fertilizes egg to the uterus.
Drug Class and Mechanism
Ovral L belongs to the group of oral contraceptives.
These medicine acts by suppression of gonadotropins. Although the primary mechanism of this action is inhibition of ovulation, other alterations include changes in the cervical mucus (which increases the difficulty of sperm entry into the uterus) and in the endometrium (which reduces the likelihood of implantation).
How to use medicine:
This tablet should be taken on day 1 of the woman’s natural cycle (i.e. the first day of her menstrual bleeding).
Starting from days 2-7 is allowed but for the first 7 days of Ovral L tablet-taking during the first cycle a non-hormonal backup method of birth control (such as condoms and spermicide) is recommended.
This medicine tablets must be taken orally in the order directed on the package every day at about the same time.
One tablet is to be taken daily for 21 consecutive days. Each subsequent pack is started on the day after the tablet-free interval. A withdrawal bleed usually starts on days 2-3 after the last tablet and may not have finished before the next pack is started.
Side Effects
mild nausea, vomiting, bloating, stomach cramps
breast pain, tenderness, or swelling
freckles or darkening of facial skin
increased hair growth, loss of scalp hair
changes in weight or appetite
problems with contact lenses
vaginal itching or discharge
changes in your menstrual periods, decreased sex drive
headache (including migraines), nervousness, dizziness, tired feeling
mood changes, including depression
Precautions
Do not smoke while using this tablets, especially if you are older than 35. Smoking can increase your risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack while taking OvralL.
Birth control pills will not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV and AIDS. Using a condom is the only way to protect you from these diseases.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 20-25 C (68-77 F). Store away from moisture, heat, and sunlight. It is not recommended to store in a bathroom and places available for children.