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Levlen

Levlen oral contraceptive contains synthetic versions of the two hormones estrogen and progestin. When taken correctly Levlen birth control pill prevents pregnancy by keeping by keeping your hormones at a level where ovulation does not occur. It’ effective at regulating your menstrual cycle (especially if your have irregular periods), treating mild acne in some cases, and relieving symptoms associated with menopause

A pill for your particular needs

Levlen pills come available with different levels of estrogen and progestin to suit your sensitivities to one or both of the hormones. Birth control pills, which contain only progestin, are usually given to women that need to stay away from estrogens. Pills that contain progestin only are often not as effective as those that contain both. Levlen contains both hormones making it highly effective

What you should know…

All birth control pills have some side effects but they usually disappear over time as your body adjusts to the medication. Some patients experience nausea, vomiting, bleeding or tenderness of the breast. If you experience any f these symptoms past the generally accepted period of time, consult your doctor. It might take trying another pill to find the one that suites you.

Using Levlen

Take only one Levlen birth control pill a day (24 hours). It should be taken regularly at the same time of day. Remember that missing your scheduled dose increases your chances of an unintentional pregnancy. Missing one or two doses in a cycle can be corrected by doubling up on the pills one or twice. If you miss a day then the next day you take two. If you miss two days you can double up for two days. However, if you miss three days you may need to tart the cycle over again.

Levlen Hormones and Levels

Levlen is combination monophasic birth control pill. Monophasic oral contraceptives deliver the same levels of hormones for all 21 pills. The other 7 pills have no hormones and are there to maintain the habit of taking them every day.

The specific Levlen hormone level is:

Estrogen–Ethinyl estradiol 30 mcgm (micro grams)
Progestin–Levonorgestrel–
0.15 mg

Levlen Emergency contraceptive

Levlen works as a morning after pill when taken in specific dosages. Generic Levlen has the same hormone level as the brand name and work the same. The specific dosage to use Levlen as a morning after pill is:

Brand Company First Dose
Within 72 hours after unprotected sex
Second Dose
(12 hours later)
Ethinyl Estradiol
per Dose (µg)
Levonorgestrel
per Dose (mg)c
Levlen
Berlex 4 light-orange pills 4 light-orange pills 120 0.60

Precautions

Oral contraceptives may not be good or you if you smoke and are 35 years old and above. The older you are the higher the risk. Cigarette smoking increases you risk of hear related side effects when you use oral contraceptives. The risk is further increased if you are a heavy smoker of 15 ore more cigarettes a day.

As you probably know already, Levlenis a highly effective means of birth control. As with any drug, care should be taken to use only as prescribed. Any use beyond what is specifically prescribed by your doctor is not recommended. If you have any special circumstances you health care professional should be consulted.

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Disclaimer

This information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.

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