Drospirenone
About
Drospirenone belongs to a group of hormonal drugs used for contraception. Contraception is a procedure that aims to prevent pregnancy and is used in family planning. This medicine is used in combination with other medicines to prevent unwanted pregnancy. It is also used in treating menstrual disturbances, acne and folate levels.
Drospirenone contains Drospirenone, which belongs to the class of female hormones. It works by preventing the fertilization of the egg. It also helps regulate menstruation in women.
You may experience stomach pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, mood changes, chest pain, vaginal bleeding, weight gain, and breast tenderness. Most of these side effects of Drospirenone do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Take Drospirenone as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine around the same time daily for the prescribed duration.
Let your doctor know about all your medical conditions and medications you are using. Inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, cardiac problems, endocrine disorders, and a history of breast cancer before starting the treatment. Drospirenone is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
Uses of Drospirenone
Medicinal Benefits
Drospirenone contains Drospirenone, which belongs to a group of hormonal contraceptives. It works to prevent pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing fertilization of the egg by sperm (male reproductive cells). In women undergoing menopause, it works by fulfilling the deficiency of estrogen hormone as well.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Drospirenone
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Nausea
- Breast pain
- Weight gain
- Vaginal bleeding
- Diarrhoea
- Mood changes
- Breast tenderness
- Chest pain
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know about all your medical conditions and medications you are using. Inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, cardiac problems, endocrine disorders, liver cancer, heart attack, adrenal gland disease, or a history of hormonal-related diseases or breast cancer before starting the treatment. Drospirenone is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Drospirenone is not recommended for use in children who have not attained menarche.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Drospirenone may interact with calcium channel blocker (diltiazem), antibiotics (sulfamethoxazole+trimethoprim), and retinoids (isotretinoin).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Drospirenone may interact with disease conditions like hyperkalemia (high potassium level) and retinal thrombosis.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeConsuming alcohol during the treatment with Drospirenone may cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, avoid alcohol consumption.
Pregnancy
unsafeDrospirenone should not be used during pregnancy. It may lead to abortion as this medicine is intended to prevent pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
unsafeDrospirenone is not recommended for use during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and harm your infant. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Drospirenone.
Driving
cautionDrospirenone may cause headaches and nausea in some people, affecting your ability to drive. Hence, avoid driving and operating machines unless you are alert.
Liver
cautionIf you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Drospirenone. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Kidney
cautionIf you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Drospirenone. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Children
unsafeDrospirenone is not recommended for use in children (female) who have not attained menarche (occurrence of first menstrual cycle).
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Keep your weight under control with a body mass index (BMI) of 19.5-24.9.
- Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
- Quitting smoking and drinking alcohol is the best strategy to lower the risk of any complications.
- Do regular exercise to maintain weight fluctuations.
Special Advise
- Stop taking Drospirenone and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained pain and swelling in your limbs, chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Contraception: Contraception is defined as a procedure to prevent pregnancy. A woman can get pregnant if a man's sperm reaches one of her ova (eggs). Contraception tries to stop this from happening by keeping the sperm and egg separate. It also stops the combined form of sperm and egg (a fertilized form of an egg) from attaching to the lining of the uterus.
FAQs
Drospirenone contains Drospirenone, which works by preventing the fertilization of the egg.
If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Drospirenone you should take another dose as soon as you feel well.
If you forget to take one tablet of Drospirenone, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets simultaneously and then following the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be completely protected against pregnancy. In this case, start using a non-hormonal method of contraception, such as condoms, for at least the next seven days to prevent pregnancy.
