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Elestra Tablet
Manufactured byMACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsEthinyl Estradiol (0.035 mg) + Cyproterone Acetate (2 mg)
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Description
Elestra Tablet is a hormonal medicine containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyproterone. It is used to treat conditions like acne, alopecia (loss of hair), hirsutism (excessive facial hair growth in women), etc. Ethinyl estradiol has a very similar action to the female sex hormone, estrogen, produced by the ovaries. Thus it helps in treating irregular periods. Elestra Tablet is sometimes used for terminating a pregnancy. Do not use this medicine with other hormonal pills without consulting your doctor.
Elestra Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, stomach pain, weight gain, headache, mood changes, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a long time. Avoid taking Elestra Tablet if you are allergic to it.
Elestra Tablet is a prescription medicine and should be taken only on doctors recommendation. It can be taken with or without food. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Do not take more or fewer doses than prescribed. Also, do not stop taking Elestra Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have other medical conditions and about all your ongoing medications if any, before taking this medicine. Due to its contraception properties, avoid using this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Do not share Elestra Tablet with others even if they have similar symptoms.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Elestra Tablet
Tiredness
Headache
Nausea
Depressed mood
Sweating and flushing
Breast pain and tenderness
Vomiting
Weight gain
Dizziness
Back pain
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Change in the texture of breast skin and nipples
Uses of Elestra Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Androgenization
Androgen is a male sex hormone that helps in the development of male characteristics. A small amount of androgen may also be present in females for certain activities. Androgenization is a condition of overproduction of androgen in females resulting in facial hair growth, hair loss, etc. Elestra Tablet is used to treat symptoms of androgenization such as loss of scalp hair (alopecia), hirsutism (excessive hair growth in females - on the face, chest, back, etc.), androgen-dependent acne, etc.
Amenorrhoea
Amenorrhoea is a condition of absence of monthly menstruation in women, especially of childbearing age, due to the lack of progesterone in the body. It mainly occurs due to various reasons like hormone changes, stress, sudden weight loss, etc. Elestra Tablet is used in the treatment of Amenorrhoea.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Elestra Tablet to start showing its effect is not known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time for which Elestra Tablet remains active in the body is not known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Elestra Tablet as it may affect the results of this medicine.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Elestra Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as Ethinyl Estradiol present in this medicine is used as a birth control pill. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with a similar therapeutic response based on your clinical condition.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Small amounts of Elestra Tablet are known to pass into breastmilk. Hence, avoid using this medicine during breastfeeding especially during the first 6 weeks after childbirth. Your physician may prescribe a safer alternative with a similar therapeutic response based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
Avoid using Elestra Tablet if you are allergic to it. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding that has not been diagnosed as it may worsen your health condition leading to severe side effects.
Heart and blood vessel disorder
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use if you have an active stroke or history of stroke, heart attack or clotting disorder as it may worsen your health condition leading to severe side effects.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as Ethinyl Estradiol present in this medicine is used as a birth control pill. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative with a similar therapeutic response based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
Small amounts of Elestra Tablet are known to pass into breastmilk. Hence, avoid using this medicine during breastfeeding especially during the first 6 weeks after childbirth. Your physician may prescribe a safer alternative with a similar therapeutic response based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Dizziness
Elestra Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.
Breast cancer
Elestra Tablet is known to increase the risk of breast cancer, especially in people with a family history of breast cancer. Hence caution should be maintained while using this medicine.
Clotting disorders
Avoid taking Elestra Tablet if you have clotting disorders as may worsen your condition.
Use in children
Elestra Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Elestra Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention in case of Elestra Tablet overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Elestra Tablet as it may affect the results of this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
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Rifampicin
Ritonavir
Disease interactions
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Elestra Tablet should be used with caution if there is abnormal vaginal bleeding, especially if the intended use is for a long duration. Your doctor may suggest a diagnostic test to ascertain the reason for the abnormal bleeding.
Hypertension
Elestra Tablet should be used with caution if you have hypertension (high blood pressure) as the risk of severe side effects on the heart and blood vessels are extremely high. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Liver disease
Take Elestra Tablet with extreme caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. An impaired liver can not process this medicine and leads to its accumulation. This may lead to serious side effects. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Elestra Tablet is a hormonal medicine that can be taken with/without food or as instructed by your doctor.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor while taking Elestra Tablet. Do not take more or fewer doses than prescribed.
Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like liver/heart problems or breast cancer and also about your medication history before starting treatment with Elestra Tablet.
Avoid consuming alcohol during the treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy before taking this medicine.
Never share your medication with others even with similar symptoms or signs.
Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is discarded properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Elestra Tablet is a combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyproterone.
Cyproterone helps in stopping the overproduction of androgen (male sex hormone) in the ovaries, thereby reducing unwanted hair growth and acne.
Ethinyl Estradiol replaces or replenishes the hormone estrogen, helps treat irregular menses and also helps actions of Cyproterone.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiandrogens, Estrogens
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 6 Dec 2021
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