Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: Combined Oral Contraceptive. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol is a combined oral contraceptive used in Pakistan for Contraception (oral contraceptive pill), PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Acne (off-label). Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol?
Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol is a combined oral contraceptive used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Contraception (oral contraceptive pill)
- PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Acne (off-label)
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
One tablet daily for 21 days, then 7-day break — as prescribed
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Nausea (metli)
- Breast tenderness
- Headache (sar dard)
- Mood changes
- Spotting / breakthrough bleeding (darmiyani khooni dhabbay)
- Decreased libido
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- DVT — Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Arterial thrombosis — stroke or MI (heart attack)
- Hypertension
Important warnings
- VTE — especially DVT and pulmonary embolism; risk higher than with levonorgestrel-based pills
- Smoking + age over 35 — cardiovascular risk significantly increases; strongly advise against use
- Hypertension (high blood pressure) — contraindicated in uncontrolled hypertension
- Migraine with aura — absolute contraindication
- Drospirenone has anti-mineralocorticoid (potassium-sparing) effect — caution with ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or potassium supplements (hyperkalemia risk)
- Liver disease — contraindicated in active liver disease or liver tumour history
Drug class
Hormonal Contraceptives & ProgestogensConditions treated
Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol used for in Pakistan?
Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol is commonly used for Contraception (oral contraceptive pill), PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Acne (off-label). It belongs to the combined oral contraceptive drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "One tablet daily for 21 days, then 7-day break — as prescribed". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol?
Common side effects include Nausea (metli), Breast tenderness, Headache (sar dard), Mood changes, Spotting / breakthrough bleeding (darmiyani khooni dhabbay), Decreased libido. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol and see a doctor?
Stop Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol and seek urgent medical care if you experience: DVT — Deep Vein Thrombosis; Pulmonary Embolism; Arterial thrombosis — stroke or MI (heart attack); Hypertension. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Drospirenone Ethinylestradiol is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization