Loette tablet is an oral contraceptive pill containing a combination of two active medicines, levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol. It works by preventing the release of the egg and restricting the movement of the sperm in the womb. Thus, blocking its union with the egg. Take this medicine as prescribed and for the duration. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have any liver or pancreas problems or have cancer of the breast, uterus or vagina. Inform your doctor, if you are above 35 years or smoke and about all the medicines, herbs and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.
Uses- Loette tablet used as oral contraceptive for women.
Contraindications- If you are allergic to levonorgestrel or ethinylestradiol or any other ingredients of this medicine.
- If you have a history of any blood clot formation or bleeding disorder.
- If you have any pre-existing health condition such as any kind of heart problems like stroke, heart attack or chest pain, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol etc.
- If you have or had a history of migraine attacks.
- If you had or have pancreas or liver problems.
- If you have a history of vaginal bleeding (cause not established), absent periods for more than 3 months (amenorrhea).
- If you have or are suspected of having breast cancer or cancer of the genital organs (private parts).
- If you are taking treatment for Hepatitis C with a medicine that contains Ombitasvir/Paritaprevir/Ritonavir plus Dasabuvir.
Side effects- Headache
- Acne
- Nausea
- Nervousness
- Stomach discomfort like pain, bloating
- Depression
- Weight gain
- Painful menstruation