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Mestranol
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Haorui supplies high quality Mestranol API produced by our
GMP facility that has been successfully inspected by the
FDA.
We offer
competitive prices and support our products with reliable technical and
regulatory services. Mestranol API is available from R&D to
commercial quantities. Please contact us for more details. |
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The following
information is provided for general information purposes
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What is Mestranol?
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A
synthetic estrogen, C21H26O2,
used in combination with a progestin in oral
contraceptive preparations.
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MESTRANOL
products are effective as oral contraceptives (birth
control pills or 'the pill'). These products combine
natural or synthetic estrogens and progestins,
similar to the natural sex hormones (estrogen and
progesterone) produced in a woman's body. Mestranol
is an estrogen and norethindrone is a progestin.
These products can prevent ovulation and pregnancy.
In general, a combination of estrogen and progestin
works better than a single-ingredient product.
Mestranol/norethindrone tablets can also help
regulate menstrual flow, treat acne, or may be used
for other hormone related problems in females. On
rare occasions, they may be prescribed for other
purposes. The type and amount of estrogen and/or
progestin may be different from one product to
another. For some formulations, a generic product is
available
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Mestranol
mode of action
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What
should my health care professional know before I use
mestranol; norethindrone?
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blood clots
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blood sugar problems, like diabetes
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cancer of the breast, cervix, ovary, uterus, vagina,
or unusual vaginal bleeding that has not been
evaluated by a health care professional
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depression
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fibroids
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gallbladder disease
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heart or circulation problems
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high blood pressure
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jaundice
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liver disease
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menstrual problems
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migraine headaches
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tobacco smoker
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stroke
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an unusual or allergic reaction to
estrogen/progestin, other hormones, medicines,
foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant
or trying to get pregnant, breast-feeding
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Take
mestranol pills by mouth. Before you
start taking these pills decide what is a suitable
time of day and always take them at the same time of
day and in the order directed. Swallow the pills
with a drink of water. Take with food to reduce
stomach upset. Do not take more often than directed
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Most
products contain a 21-day supply of pills containing
the active ingredients. Some products contain an
additional 7 pills containing iron or inactive
ingredients to be taken during the week of
menstruation; this reduces the chance of missing the
first day of the next cycle. Most products are to be
started on the first Sunday after you start your
period or on the first day of your period. You may
need to ask your health care provider which day you
should start your packet
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Mestranol
side effects
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The
following symptoms or side effects may be related to
blood clots and require immediate medical or
emergency help:
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chest
pain
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coughing
up blood
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dizziness
or fainting spells
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leg,
arm or groin pain
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severe or
sudden headaches
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stomach
pain (severe)
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sudden
shortness of breath
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sudden
loss of coordination, especially on one side of the
body
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swelling
of the hands, feet or ankles, or rapid weight gain
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vision or
speech problems
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weakness
or numbness in the arms or legs, especially on one
side of the body
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Other
serious side effects are rare. Contact your health
care provider as soon as you can if the following
side effects occur:
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breast
tissue changes or discharge
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changes
in vaginal bleeding during your period or between
your periods
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headaches
or migraines
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increases
in blood sugar, especially if you have diabetes
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increases
in blood pressure, especially if you are known to
have high blood pressure
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symptoms
of vaginal infection (itching, irritation or unusual
discharge)
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tenderness
in the upper abdomen
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vomiting
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yellowing
of the eyes or skin
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Side
effects that usually do not require medical
attention (report to your health care provider if
they continue or are bothersome):
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breakthrough
bleeding and spotting that continues beyond the 3
initial cycles of pills
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breast
tenderness
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mild
stomach upset
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mood
changes, anxiety, depression, frustration, anger, or
emotional outbursts
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increased
or decreased appetite
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increased
sensitivity to sun or ultraviolet light
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nausea
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skin
rash, acne, or brown spots on the skin
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tiredness
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weight
gain
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What
if I miss a dose?
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Try
not to miss a dose. If you do, it may be necessary
to consult your prescriber or health care
professional. The following information describes
only some of the ways that missed doses can be
handled.
21-day schedule:
If you miss one dose, take it as
soon as you remember and then take the next pill at
the regular time as usual. You may take 2 tablets in
one day. If you miss two doses (days) in a row, take
2 tablets for the next 2 days, then, continue with
your regular schedule. Whenever 1 or 2 doses are
missed, you should use a second method of
contraception for the next 7 days in addition to
taking the pills. If you miss three doses in a row,
you should notify your physician or other health
care professional for instructions. You will
probably need to throw away the rest of the tablets
in that cycle pack and start over. Another method of
contraception should be used until at least 7 doses
have been taken in the new cycle. Missing a pill can
cause spotting or light bleeding. Make sure that no
more than 7 days pass at the end of the 21 day
cycle, before you start your next pack of pills
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Disclaimer:
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Information on
this page is provided for general information
purposes. You should not make a clinical treatment
decision based on information contained in this page
without consulting other references including the
package insert of the drug, textbooks and where
relevant, expert opinion. We cannot be held
responsible for any errors you make in administering
drugs mentioned on this page, nor for use of any
erroneous information contained on this page.
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