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Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Zydus Cadila
Medicine Composition :  Ethinyl Estradiol, Levonorgestrel
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet

This medication is used for the prevention of pregnancy. It also acts as emergency contraception. The medication is composed of Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol. Duoluton prevents the fertilization of the egg with the sperm and also brings changes in the hormonal levels so as to prevent the pregnancy.

This tablet is contraindicated if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding, breast cancer, stroke or liver disease. Use of this medicine is not at all suggested if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the future. Breastfeeding women should also avoid using this medication.

The dose should be taken, as prescribed by the doctor. In case, you missed a dose, it is advised to take it as soon as you remember. This medication might cause side effects in some patients like

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Change in libido
  • Blood clot formation

    What are the uses of Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet

    • Contraception

    What are the contraindications of Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet ?

    • Severe Abdominal Pain

    • Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

    • Breast Pain

    • Dizziness

    • Flu-Like Symptoms

    • Troubled Breathing And Swallowing

    Key highlights of Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication is probably not safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Duoluton L 0.25Mg/0.05Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this medication, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is composed of Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol. this medidcation prevents the fertilization of the egg with the sperm and also brings changes in the hormonal levels so as to prevent the pregnancy.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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