Luttagen 0.075/0.03 mg 21 tablets, a combined oral contraceptive; taken for 21 consecutive days to achieve its contraceptive effect.
Luttagen Tablet Composition
Each Luttagen tablet contains:
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0.075 mg of Gestodene
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0.03 mg of Ethinyl Estradiol
Luttagen prevents pregnancy by:
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Inhibiting the release of eggs from the ovaries.
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Increasing the thickness of cervical mucus, which hinders sperm movement.
Luttagen Uses
Luttagen tablets are used for contraception in women.
Dosage of Luttagen Tablets
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The recommended dose is one tablet daily for 21 days.
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Tablets must be taken at the same time each day.
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The tablets are not taken during the remaining seven days of the menstrual cycle.
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After that, the 21-day cycle is repeated if continued contraception is desired.
Luttagen Side Effects
Luttagen may cause some side effects, such as:
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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High blood pressure
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Amenorrhea
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Melasma
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Headache
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Breast pain
Contraindications
Luttagen tablets should not be used in cases of:
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Hypersensitivity to any of its components
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Blood clotting disorders or thromboembolic events
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Coronary artery disease
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Estrogen-dependent cancers, such as breast cancer or cancers of reproductive organs
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Unexplained vaginal bleeding
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Jaundice associated with oral contraceptive use
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Liver cancer
Drug Interactions
Consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking Luttagen with any other medication, especially:
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Antiepileptic drugs
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Tuberculosis medications
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Antifungal treatments
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St. John’s Wort
Storage Instructions
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures below 30°C.
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Keep in its original packaging, protected from light.
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Do not use the medication after the expiry date.