What is Femilon 0.02/0.15 mg?
Femilon 0.02/0.15 mg is a combination of two medications that doctors prescribe for contraception and treatment of irregular menstrual cycles.
Femilon helps prevent the release of an egg and its fertilization by the sperm. Sometimes, the doctor also recommends this medicine to decrease the risk of ovarian cancer.
Femilon tablet contains Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg and Desogestrel 0.15mg. It is available under the brand name Mercilon.
Femilon 0.02/0.15 mg does not interrupt your sexual activity and allows you to lead an everyday life without any worries.
After a valid doctor's prescription, you can purchase Femilon tablets from licensed drugstores.
How does Femilon 0.02/0.15 mg work?
Femilon 0.02/0.15mg contains Ethinyl Estradiol and Desogestrel, which stop the release of an egg and affect the movement of sperm in the womb. This further prevents the union of the egg with sperm, alters the lining of the womb, and stops pregnancy.
How to use Femilon 0.02/0.15 mg?
Take the Femilon tablet as recommended by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.
You can take Femilon with or without food, but it should be taken simultaneously every day to achieve maximum benefits.
It is advised to take a Femilon tablet on day one of your menstrual cycle and then continue it for an entire month. Start with a new one if the pack gets over.
Within 4 hours of Femilon dose intake, if you vomit, then immediately take another tablet.
However, if the Femilon dosage is missed and you are by almost 12 hours in taking the missed dose, use an effective preventive method for two days during sexual intercourse.
What are the Side effects of Femilon 0.02/0.15mg?
Your doctor might recommend several ways to reduce or prevent mild side effects of Femilon.
Most side effects of Femilon do not require medical attention as they disappear once your body adjusts to the medicine.
Some common side effects of Femilon 0.02/0.15mg include:
- Nausea
- Breast pain
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Weight gain
- Irregular uterine bleeding
Call the doctor if your side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Femilon 0.02/0.15mg?
- Doctors do not recommend Femilon tablets for use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, consult the doctor for suitable alternatives.
- During your treatment with the Femilon tablet, it is advised to avoid alcohol consumption because alcohol can increase the risk of side effects.
- Before starting treatment with Femilon, inform your doctor if you smoke and are over 35 years old.
- Patients who have experienced a heart attack or have cancer of the uterus or vagina should inform the doctor before starting treatment with Femilon.
- Inform the doctor about all other medications you take, as many of these can make Femilon 0.02/0.15mg less effective or alter its working.
- During your treatment with the Femilon tablet, the doctor might conduct regular check-ups of blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
- Do not take Femilon, Desogestrel, Ethinyl estradiol, or other estrogen products if allergic to them.
