Kelzyn
Kelzyn is an oral combined contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy.
Form
depottabletti
Strength
2 mg/0.02 mg
Active Ingredient
Dienogest
Manufacturer
Exeltis Healthcare S.L.
How to Use
Dosage
Take one Kelzyn tablet daily at the same time for 28 consecutive days. Take 24 white active tablets, then 4 green inactive tablets.
Method
Swallow tablets whole, with a little water if needed. It doesn't matter if you take them on an empty stomach or with food.
Important
Do not exceed one tablet per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Vaginal infections (yeast or bacterial)
- •Mood changes (like feeling sad or anxious) or changes in sex drive
- •Headaches
- •Feeling sick (nausea), stomach pain, or acne
- •Breast discomfort or pain, period pain, or bleeding between periods
- •Weight gain
RARE
- •Dizziness, migraine, or high blood pressure
- •Serious blood clots in the legs or lungs
- •Hair loss, itchy skin, or rash
- •Missed periods, ovarian cysts, or pain in the pelvic area
- •Severe allergic reactions like swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, which can make it hard to breathe (angioedema). Get help right away.
- •Problems with vision or itchy eyes
Important Warnings
- Kelzyn slightly increases the risk of blood clots, especially when you first start taking it or restart after a break of 4 weeks or more.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any signs of a blood clot, such as swelling or pain in a leg, sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, or sudden vision loss.
- Do not use Kelzyn if you have certain health conditions, like a history of blood clots, severe diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or certain types of cancer. Always tell your doctor about your health history.
- This medicine does not protect you from sexually transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS.
- If you smoke and are over 35, it's highly recommended to quit smoking when using Kelzyn, as smoking increases the risk of serious side effects like blood clots and heart attack.