Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Microlon. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Microlon is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Microlon is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Nonhormonal and progestin-only contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum
SAFE
Microlon does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Microlon in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Microlon should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Microlon may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Microlon is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Microlon 0.15mg+0.03mg Tablet
Introduction
Microlon is a combination of two medicines used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy) and in the treatment of irregular periods. It helps to prevent release of the egg and its fertilization by the sperm. It may also help to reduce the risk of ovar ... Show more
Uses of Microlon
Contraception
Side effects of Microlon
Common
Nausea
Stomach pain
Headache
Irregular uterine bleeding
Weight gain
Breast pain
How to use Microlon
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Microlon may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Microlon works
Microlon is an oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Microlon to help you prevent pregnancy.
It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
It may help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.
Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if ... Show more
Do not use Microlon if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest, or have a history of blood clots.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, ... Show more
Stop taking Microlon and inform your doctor immediately if you notice your skin and whites of the eye turning yellow (jaundice), severe stom ... Show more
Brief Description
Indication
Oral contraception
Adult Dose
Oral
Oral contraception
Adult: Dosing instruction may vary according to the brand.
For 21-day pack: Start dose on 1st day of menstrual cycle. 1 ta ... Show more
Contraindication
History of or current thrombophlebitis or venous thromboembolic disorders; active or recent (within 1 yr) arterial thromboembolic disease e.g. stroke, ... Show more
Mode of Action
Desogestrel is a progestogen that is structurally related to levonorgestrel while ethinylestradiol is a synthetic oestrogen. Used together, they inhib ... Show more
Precaution
May increase risk of breast cancer, glucose intolerance and thromboembolism. May affect serum levels of triglyceride and lipoprotein. Caution when use ... Show more
Side Effect
Arterial/venous thromboembolism,Edema,Hypertension,MI,Cerebral hemorrhage,Headache,Migraine,Chloasma,Melasma,Breast swelling/tenderness,Menstrual cram ... Show more
Interaction
Serum levels may be increased when used with paracetamol, ascorbic acid, atorvastatin. Serum levels may be reduced by aprepitant, griseofulvin, modafi ... Show more
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