Treatment of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

In Treatment of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) Women with Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have high levels of male hormones called androgens that are responsible for irregular menstrual cycles (periods) excessive hair growth and acne. Femigrace Capsule is a combination medicine that helps in regulating the production of these androgens as well as periods in females. This also helps in treating excessive hair growth (hirsutism) and acne effectively. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not skip any doses and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Femigrace Capsule may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Femigrace Capsule is a combination of two hormonal medicines used to treat symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) such as excessive hair growth (hirsutism) acne and irregular periods. It also works as a contraceptive hence avoid using any other contraceptive pill. Femigrace Capsule can be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day as it will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration will depend on what you are being treated for but you should always complete a full course of this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea stomach pain headache weight gain and breast pain. If these bother you or appear serious let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Consult your doctor if you frequently experience spotting or brown discharge in the middle of the cycle. You must also consult your doctor if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs shortness of breath chest pain or changes in vision.Do not continue with the medicine and consult with the doctor if your periods do not start within a week of the treatment. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Avoid the use of medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Femigrace Capsule may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

- Alcohol : CAUTION <p> Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Femigrace Capsule. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE <p> Femigrace Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Femigrace Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Femigrace Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Femigrace Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Femigrace Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Femigrace Capsule take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GYNAECOLOGICAL

Treatment of Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

Nausea | Stomach pain | Headache | Weight gain | Breast pain | Mood changes

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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Q. What is Femigrace Capsule?::: Femigrace Capsule is a combination of two hormonal medicines: Cyproterone and Ethinyl Estradiol. It treats PCOS symptoms such as acne excessive hair growth (hirsutism) and irregular periods. Cyproterone works by blocking the overproduction of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries thereby reducing unwanted hair growth and acne. Ethinyl Estradiol enhances the effect of Cyproterone by reducing the amount of androgens in the blood circulation.| Q. How and in what dose should I take Femigrace Capsule? ::: Femigrace Capsule has to be started on day 1 or 2 of your menstrual cycle. Take it as per the duration advised by your doctor. However it is recommended to take it at the same time of each day. This will ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.| Q. What if I miss a dose of Femigrace Capsule?::: If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as possible. If the dose was missed by more than 12 hours you should not take the missed dose and simply continue the usual dosing schedule. However to prevent pregnancy another non-hormonal birth control (like condoms) method should be used during this cycle. Frequent missing of doses may also cause unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). If it lasts long consult your doctor.| Q. What if I vomit after few hours of taking Femigrace Capsule?::: If vomiting occurs within 3-4 hours of taking the tablet you must repeat the dose.| Q. Does Femigrace Capsule also work as a contraceptive?::: Yes if taken as advised Femigrace Capsule also acts as a contraceptive. Discontinue using any other birth control pill while taking Femigrace Capsule.| Q. What are the common side effects of taking Femigrace Capsule?::: The most common side effects associated with Femigrace Capsule are nausea stomach pain increased weight headache altered mood and breast pain. Most of these symptoms are temporary. However if they persist check with your doctor as soon as possible.| Q. How long will Femigrace Capsule take to reduce acne?::: Usually you will be able to notice improvements within 3-4 weeks. However it is important to finish the full course of treatment to see its full benefit. Inform your doctor if your acne did not get cured even after finishing the full course of treatment.