Mestranol

It is used to prevent pregnancy. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

It is used to prevent pregnancy. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

Mestranol is contraindicated in conditions like Asthma, Depression, Diabetes mellitus, Epilepsy, Gall stones, Hypertension, Migraine, Sickle cell anemia, Hyperlipidemia, Thromboembolism, Genital bleeding, Thrombophlebitis, Cerebrovascular disease, Coronary artery disease, Chloasma, Cholestatic jaundice, Herpes gestations, Endometriosis, Porphyria, Raynaud's disease, Hepatic tumor, Estrogen-dependent malignant disease.

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing ; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. Coughing up blood. Shortness of breath . Chest pain or pressure. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight. Swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm. Very bad headache. Low mood ( depression ). Feeling very tired or weak. Very bad belly pain. Swelling. Bulging eyes. Change in eyesight. Change in how contact lenses feel in the eyes. A lump in the breast, breast pain or soreness, or nipple discharge. Vaginal itching or discharge. Spotting or vaginal bleeding that is very bad or does not go away.

Mestranol should be used with caution in patients with medical history, including family medical history, especially if have asthma, high blood pressure, kidney, liver or heart disease or a history of jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes) or high blood pressure during pregnancy, excessive weight gain or fluid retention during menstrual cycle, strokes, blood clots, heart attacks, seizures, migraine headaches, breast cancer, high blood level of cholesterol or lipids (fats) or depression. Higher strengths are more likely to cause melasma (darkening of skin), sunlight may intensify this darkening and may need to avoid prolonged sun exposure and sunlamps, consult the doctor regarding use of sunscreens and protective clothing. Oral contraceptives should be stopped at least three months before becoming pregnant. Use another method of birth control during those three months. Consult with doctor before lactation. Avoid smoking. Birth-control pills slightly increase risk of strokes, blood clots, high blood pressure, heart attacks, gallbladder disease, vision problems and liver tumors. Cigarette smoking (especially 15 or more cigarettes daily) and age (women older than 35 or 40 years of age) further increase the risk of stroke, blood clots, high blood pressure and heart attacks. Avoid using contact lenses because it may develop vision problems, consult with eye doctor if these problems occur. Before having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor about the use of the drug.

Drug should not be given to Pediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

0.714 to 1.142 ug/kg (0.93 (0.928)) 24 hourly PO — -

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

No data regarding the interactions of Mestranol was found.

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