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Pfizer Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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About Minesse Tablet

Minesse Tablet belongs to the group of combined oral contraceptives used as a means of birth control in women who wish to prevent unwanted pregnancy. It is also used in the treatment of irregular menstrual cycles and may help with pre-menstrual symptoms. It is a hormonal combination that contains two female reproductive hormones, oestrogen and progestogen.

Minesse Tablet is composed of Ethinyl estradiol and Gestodene. It is essentially an ovulation inhibitor, meaning it inhibits the release of potent eggs from the ovary, thereby preventing pregnancy. In addition, Minesse Tablet also helps in making cervical mucus inhospitable for the incoming sperm, thereby effectively controlling pregnancy. 

Take Minesse Tablet as prescribed. In some cases, Minesse Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, breast soreness, headache and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.

If you are allergic to any of the components of Minesse Tablet , please inform the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Minesse Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it is not recommended in these states. Do not consume Minesse Tablet with alcohol. Minesse Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Minesse Tablet

Contraception, and Menorrhagia.

Directions for Use

Take Minesse Tablet exactly as directed by the physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Minesse Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive and birth control pill. It contains Ethinyl estradiol and Gestodene. Minesse Tablet is used to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and changing the consistency of cervical secretions. Ethinyl estradiol works by reducing the release of the luteinizing hormone (LH) from the brain and moderating the levels of gonadotropins (sex hormones), thereby suppressing ovulation. Gestodene augments this action and also helps in making cervical mucus inhospitable for the incoming sperm, thereby effectively controlling pregnancy. In patients suffering from menorrhagia, Minesse Tablet reduces the intensity and duration of menstrual bleeding. Minesse Tablet hence also finds application in the correction of irregular menses.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Minesse Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had heart disease, stroke, heart attack, deep vein thrombosis (clot in the legs), pulmonary embolism (clot in the lungs), migraine with aura, blood disorders, liver disease, uncontrolled diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension, very high blood cholesterol, clotting disorders, varicose veins, gall-bladder disease, pancreatic disorders, breast/uterine/cervical cancer, bowel disease, absorption disorders, SLE (lupus), HUS (haemolytic uraemic syndrome), or any kind of anaemia. Keep your doctor informed of your entire family history of any hormone-dependent cancers. Consult your doctor before taking Minesse Tablet during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding as it is not recommended in these states. Do not consume Minesse Tablet with alcohol. Women with a tendency for chloasma/melasma (skin condition commonly seen in middle-aged women) should avoid sun exposure after taking Minesse Tablet . Women with a history of angioedema should exercise caution while taking Minesse Tablet as it may worsen the angioedema. Inform your doctor of any medications you are currently on, especially if you are on any antibiotics, antidepressants, antiepileptics, anti-virals, sedatives or any herbal remedies for depression.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Taking Minesse Tablet with Tranexamic acid may increase the risk of blood clot formation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Minesse Tablet with Tranexamic acid is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you suffer from chest discomfort, shortness of breath, blood in the urine, blood in the cough, sudden loss of vision, and pain, redness, or swelling in your arm or leg, consult doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Minesse Tablet may interfere with anastrozole's function and make it less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Anastrozole and Minesse Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Phenytoin may lower ethinyl estradiol levels in the blood and its effects. You may be more likely to experience breakthrough bleeding and unexpected pregnancy if you use low-dose oral contraceptives.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and Minesse Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you are on hormone replacement therapy for menopause, inform a doctor if your symptoms are no longer being controlled or if you are experiencing abnormal bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
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How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Taking Minesse Tablet and Amprenavir together may make amprenavir less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Minesse Tablet with Amprenavir can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Taking thalidomide together with Minesse Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots and that may lead to serious complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking thalidomide and Minesse Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
When coupled with Dabrafenib, the blood level of Minesse Tablet can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Dabrafenib and Minesse Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause, you should notify your doctor if you notice an increase in the frequency or severity of your symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Coadministration of Minesse Tablet with primidone may decrease the blood levels of Minesse Tablet and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between primidone with Minesse Tablet, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abnormal bleeding, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Taking rifabutin with ethinyl estradiol it may significantly reduces the blood levels.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Minesse Tablet and Rifabutin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you use hormone replacement therapy for menopause, inform a doctor if experience any unusual symptoms or if you develop unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
Carfilzomib can cause serious blood clots and taking it with ethinyl estradiol may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Carfilzomib and Minesse Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, or numbness or weakness on one side of the body, you should consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EthinylestradiolFosphenytoin
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How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet:
When Fosphenytoin is taken with Minesse Tablet, Fosphenytoin may lower the blood levels and effects of Minesse Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Minesse Tablet and Fosphenytoin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you use hormone replacement therapy for menopause, inform a doctor if your symptoms are no longer controlled or if you experience unusual bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • As nausea and vomiting may occur with the use of Minesse Tablet , make sure to take it on light, small meals. 
  • After starting Minesse Tablet , use another alternative non-hormonal contraceptive for at least ten days.
  • Avoid grapefruit juice while taking Minesse Tablet as this may interact with Minesse Tablet and affect its absorption. 
  • Avoid smoking. Smoking interferes with Minesse Tablet absorption.
  • Maintaining a healthy weight can go a long way in promoting healthy female reproductive health. Make sure you exercise for at least 30 minutes every day. However, do not engage in very strenuous physical exercise, as this can worsen bleeding. 
  • Regularly working night shifts can affect hormone production. Try to avoid night shifts. 
  • Maintain good sexual hygiene and prevent any sexually transmitted diseases by practising safe sex.

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Therapeutic Class

CONTRACEPTIVES

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Minesse Tablet works by suppressing ovulation and by changing cervical mucous thickness, thereby preventing pregnancy and acting as an effective birth control method.

It is advisable not to use Minesse Tablet for at least a minimum of 3 weeks after delivery. You can resume Minesse Tablet 21 days after delivery, as long as you are able to walk. You do not have to wait for your period. After restarting Minesse Tablet , use additional contraception for 7 days. In case of any concern, please consult your doctor.

Minesse Tablet is not known to affect conception rates as it has been found that women got pregnant pretty soon after discontinuing Minesse Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Yes. It is essential to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to conceive. If you think you are pregnant, stop using Minesse Tablet and do a pregnancy test for confirmation.

Minesse Tablet may cause spotting or bleeding between the periods in the first few months. It generally stops once your body has adjusted to Minesse Tablet . However, if the bleeding/spotting continues or if you have heavy periods, consult your doctor.

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Special Advise

  • Do not skip tablets or delay intake by more than 12 hours. Use a condom for 7 days after a missed dose.  
  • Chart your menstrual cycle and take Minesse Tablet on Day 1 of your cycle, i.e. Day 1 of your period. 
  • Use a condom or any non-hormonal contraceptive for the first 10 days after starting Minesse Tablet .
  • Please inform the doctor immediately if you notice breast lump, dark urine, yellowing of the skin, mood changes, headache, palpitations, severe fatigue or any alarming changes in vaginal bleeding. 
  • Call for the doctor right away in case of any stroke symptoms such as breathlessness, confusion, dizziness, left arm pain, jaw pain or sudden vision changes and pulmonary embolism symptoms such as cough, leg pain, warmth, pain in calf etc. 
  • Your doctor may advise regular blood tests and cervical smear tests while you are on Minesse Tablet .
  • Inform your doctor in case you have an impending surgery or operation. 
  • Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea following the use of the tablet can be considered a missed dose. In this case, additional contraceptive measures are advised. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Oral Contraception: Oral contraception is birth control taken by mouth by women to prevent pregnancy. It is commonly referred to as the ‘’pill’’. Oral contraceptives contain hormonal preparations of female sex hormones for birth control. 

Menorrhagia: Severe loss of blood during a period lasting more than seven days is called menorrhagia. It is a form of dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Common signs and symptoms include having to use two pads at once, frequent spotting of clothes, blood clots the size of a coin or larger, having to change pads during the night, and spillage.

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