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Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet

Manufactured byARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsDesogestrel (0.15 mg) + Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02 mg)
Description
Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is a combination medicine used for oral contraception (prevention of pregnancy). It contains Desogestrel and Ethinyl estradiol. It works by preventing the fertilization of the egg. Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weight gain, irregular or missed periods, slight bleeding between periods, breast enlargement, changes in mood, hair loss, etc. Most of these side effects subside with time as your body gets used to the medication. Consult your doctor if these undesired effects persist for a long time or worsen. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms like blurred vision, chest pain, unexplained swelling in the arms or legs, severe headaches, rashes, hives, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc. Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet should be taken every day for 21 days starting from the first day of your menstrual cycle (first day of bleeding). Then there is a gap of seven days after which, the administration should be continued again. Take this medicine at the same time every day to ensure compliance (making sure you do not miss a dose). Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or are breastfeeding. It is also not prescribed to women who have thromboembolic (blood clotting) disorders, cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorder (conditions related to the heart, brain and blood vessels that are connected to them), liver disorders or tumours, oestrogen-dependent tumours, and undiagnosed vaginal bleeding. Inform your doctor of any medical issues you may have before taking this medicine. Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use in women younger than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy are not clinically established. Avoid smoking, consumption of alcohol, caffeine, and grapefruit juice while taking this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Desogestrel, Ethinyl estradiol, or other Oestrogen products.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Depression
  • Acne
  • Hair loss
  • Missed or irregular menstrual periods
  • Weight gain
  • Breast pain and tenderness
  • Dizziness
  • Back pain
  • Headache
  • Vaginal discharge with no odor
  • Change in the texture of breast skin and nipples
  • Oedema (accumulation of water in the tissues)
  • Breast enlargement

Uses of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Contraception
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet remains active in your body for about seven to eight days.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the immediate future. Contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may suggest alternative means of contraception based on your clinical condition.

Allergic reaction

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use in people with a known allergy to Desogestrel, ethinyl estradiol, oestrogen products, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines. Seek immediate medical assistance if you experience rashes, hives, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc.

Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you experience episodes of abnormal bleeding from the vagina, as this medicine may worsen your condition.

Cardiovascular Disease

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have any heart or blood vessels disorders such as Deep Vein Thrombosis (also known as DVT, occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs), recent heart attack, other blood clotting disorders, etc. Taking this medicine may worsen your condition.

Estrogen-dependent tumor

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have cancer that is attributed to abnormal levels of the hormone oestrogen in your body.

Liver disease

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a history of liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of your condition.

Thromboembolic disorders

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have an active venous thromboembolic disorder (also known as VTE, or blood clots in your veins), or arterial thromboembolic disorder (also known as ATE, or blood clots in your arteries). This medicine may worsen your condition.

Cerebrovascular disorders

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have or had any cerebrovascular disorders (conditions that affect blood flow and the blood vessels in the brain) such as stroke (caused by decreased blood supply to the brain), haemorrhage (rupture of a blood vessel), thrombosis (blood clot formation), or stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels in the brain), as this medicine may worsen your condition.

Pregnancy

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is unsafe for use in pregnancy as it may cause damage to your baby. Hence this medicine is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the immediate future. Contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy while being treated with this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may suggest alternative means of contraception based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Breast Cancer

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet should be used with caution in women with a history of breast cancer due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to your doctor immediately. Your doctor may recommend appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Diabetes Mellitus

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet should be used with caution in people with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Report any unusual symptoms to your doctor immediately. Your doctor may recommend appropriate dose adjustments or replacements with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Seizures

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of seizures due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to your doctor immediately. Your doctor may recommend appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Use in Children

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use in girls younger than 18 years of age due to the lack of sufficient safety and efficacy data.

Jaundice

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet can cause yellowing of the eyes and skin due to its effect on the liver and the gall bladder. Report the presence of any symptom indicative of jaundice to your doctor on priority.

Abnormalities in vision

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet has been associated with partial or complete loss of vision in some rare cases. Promptly report any abnormalities in vision to your doctor. Special precautions should be taken if you wear contact lenses.

Formation of blood clots

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet has been associated with the formation of blood clots especially in the elderly and people who smoke.

Driving vehicles or Operating machines

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet may rarely cause symptoms such as dizziness or blurred vision in some women. Avoid performing any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Smoking

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended in women who are over 35 years of age and smoke due to the increased risk of serious cardiovascular events.

High lipid levels

Use of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is associate with high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in your blood. Your doctor may recommend frequent monitoring of your blood lipid levels to ensure your cardiovascular health is not affected.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet, contact your doctor immediately for further instructions. The instructions may vary based on the day the dose is missed. You may also require additional means of contraception as a backup if you miss a dose. The possibility of pregnancy should be considered at the first missed period and the medicine should be discontinued on confirmation of pregnancy.

Overdose

There have been no serious side effects reported in case of an overdose. You may experience symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and slight vaginal bleeding. However, seek emergency medical assistance or contact your doctor if you suspect an 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 Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Prednisolone

Tetracycline

Tranexamic Acid

Warfarin

Sulfadiazine

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

Cyclosporine

Disease interactions

Hypertension

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have high blood pressure. The risk of adverse effects on the heart and blood vessels is extremely high in such cases. Your doctor may recommend close monitoring of your heart function and vital signs and/or replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.

Hepatic neoplasms

Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a history of liver tumours, as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may recommend replacement with a suitable alternative based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet with or without food, as directed by your doctor. Take this medicine at the same time every day to ensure compliance. Follow all the instructions on the prescription label/package insert. Do not take Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable side effects like swelling in your limbs, chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe headaches, or jaundiced skin or eyes. Do not smoke, consume alcohol, caffeine, and grapefruit juice while taking Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet. Your doctor may recommend frequent monitoring of your blood pressure, blood lipid levels, and weight for the duration you are taking this medicine. Make sure to use alternative methods of contraception like condoms when engaging in sexual activity with multiple partners as Intimacy Plus 2 Tablet does not protect from sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Keep out of reach of children and pets. Ensure the proper disposal of expired or unused medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Desogestrel works by preventing the fertilization of the egg with the sperm. It also induces changes in the hormonal levels contributing to the prevention of pregnancy. Ethinyl Estradiol works by replacing or replenishing the hormone estrogen that is normally produced in the body. Thus, this combination is an effective oral contraceptive for the prevention of pregnancy.
Legal Status

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Contraceptives

Schedule

Schedule H

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