Nuvaring
NuvaRing is a vaginal ring that releases two female hormones to prevent pregnancy by stopping an egg from being released from the ovary.
Form
depotlääkevalmiste, emättimeen
Strength
0.120 mg / 0.015 mg per 24 h
Active Ingredient
Etonogestrel
Manufacturer
N.V. Organon
How to Use
Dosage
The ring releases two hormones daily for three weeks.
Method
Insert the ring into your vagina and leave it for 3 full weeks. After 3 weeks, remove it and take a 1-week break. Then, insert a new ring.
Important
The ring is designed to be used continuously for 3 weeks, releasing hormones steadily.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Abdominal pain, nausea
- •Vaginal yeast infections, vaginal discomfort from ring, genital itching, vaginal discharge
- •Headache or migraine
- •Depressed mood, decreased sex drive
- •Breast pain, pelvic pain, painful periods
- •Acne
- •Weight gain
- •Ring coming out of the vagina
RARE
- •Blood clots in veins or arteries (e.g., in legs, lungs, heart attack, stroke, mini-stroke, or in the liver, abdomen, kidneys, or eye)
- •Breast milk secretion
Important Warnings
- NuvaRing increases your risk of blood clots. Seek medical help immediately if you notice symptoms like leg swelling, chest pain, or sudden shortness of breath.
- NuvaRing does not protect against HIV (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted infections.
- Do not use NuvaRing if you have certain serious medical conditions, such as a history of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, severe liver disease, or certain cancers.
- If you experience severe allergic reactions like swelling of your face, tongue, or throat, remove the ring and seek immediate medical attention.
- Some women using hormonal contraception, including NuvaRing, have reported depression. Contact your doctor if you experience mood changes or symptoms of depression.
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- Tell your doctor about all other medicines or herbal remedies you are taking, as they can affect how NuvaRing works.
- If your NuvaRing breaks, remove it immediately and insert a new one as soon as possible, using an additional barrier method (like a male condom) for the next 7 days.