Product introduction
Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains estrogen and progestin hormones. It works by stopping the complete development of a woman's egg each month.
Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as per your doctor's advice. You will have to take the pill on day one of your menstrual cycle and continue taking it for a whole month. Once the pack gets over, start with a new one. If you experience vomiting within 4 hours of dose intake, take another tablet. In case you missed your dose and you are late by 12 hours in taking the missed dose, use a condom during intercourse for a period of 2 days. If you experience stomach upset, then start taking it with food in the evening or at bedtime.
Headache, breast pain, nausea, and acne are some commonly seen side effects of this medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You might experience spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult with your doctor if this occurs frequently or persists longer. It might increase your blood pressure, monitor your blood pressure regularly.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you smoke and are over 35, or if you have ever had a heart attack or have cancer of uterus/cervix, or vagina. 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. Do not take the medicine if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding.
Uses of Contrapreg DGE Tablet
Benefits of Contrapreg DGE Tablet
Side effects of Contrapreg DGE Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Contrapreg DGE
- Headache
- Nausea
- Acne
- Breast tenderness
How to use Contrapreg DGE Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Contrapreg DGE Tablet works
Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. Ethinyl Estradiol and Dienogest are two synthetic hormones that inhibit ovulation (release of an egg from an ovary) in women to prevent unintended pregnancy. It also protects the sperms from entering into the uterus (womb) by changing the mucus consistency of the vagina and cervix (passage to the womb).
Safety advice
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Contrapreg DGE Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet, 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.
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Contrapreg DGE 0.03mg/2mg Tablet
₹60.1/Tablet
Fact Box
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Patient concerns
Contraception and birth control
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
How can I help you. Please be specific
I want to ask about better contraception
Dr. Pranay Gandhi
Sexology
copper t, ocp, condom all r good. its upto u to choose
Which medicine will be used for contraception
Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir there is no medicine for contraception, there are some hormone preparations for which you can consult a physician
What type of contraception methods are there in Whitbread. We are not comfortable with generally available contraceptions Please provide some ayurvedic contraception
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
Do sex within 7 days after menses stop
Say emergency contraception for the prevention of an unwanted pregnancy
Dr. Pranay Gandhi
Sexology
unwanted 72 or i pill within 72 hrs of unprotected sex
emergency contraception for the prevention of an unwanted pregnancy
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
Hi kindly consult to allopathic doctor
What is the period of time of safe intercourse before the starting of menstruation period of each month?
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
There is no safe period. Always use contraception
I am newly married girl, nd I don't want pregnancy. tell me prevention medicine or methods.
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Use contraception. Condoms or pills. Consult your gynae
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Address: 302, Skill Spectrum, 3-6-369, Liberty Jn, Himayatnagar Hyderabad - 500029
