Ethinyl Estradiol Benefits & Uses

Ethinyl Estradiol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Female Hypogonadism
Ovarian Cysts
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Prostate Cancer

Ethinyl Estradiol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Ethinyl Estradiol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ethinyl Estradiol is used -

Severe

Swelling

Moderate

Breast pain
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Depression
Vaginal Irritation
Vaginal discharge

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Altered Libido
Breast Tenderness
पेट की गैस
Headache
Mood swings
Skin Rash
Skin redness
Weight Loss
Weight gain

Ethinyl Estradiol Related Warnings

Is the use of Ethinyl Estradiol safe for pregnant women?

Ethinyl Estradiol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Ethinyl Estradiol safe during breastfeeding?

Ethinyl Estradiol can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ethinyl Estradiol on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ethinyl Estradiol on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ethinyl Estradiol on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ethinyl Estradiol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ethinyl Estradiol on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Ethinyl Estradiol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ethinyl Estradiol with Other Drugs

Ethinyl Estradiol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenobarbital

Carbamazepine

Moderate

Atropine

Ephedrine

Ergotamine

Ethinyl Estradiol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ethinyl Estradiol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

High Blood Pressure
Liver Disease
Angioedema
Edema
Depression
Hypercalcemia
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ethinyl Estradiol

Is this Ethinyl Estradiol habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ethinyl Estradiol is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ethinyl Estradiol as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ethinyl Estradiol only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Ethinyl Estradiol for mental disorders.

No

Ethinyl Estradiol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ethinyl Estradiol

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Ethinyl Estradiol with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethinyl Estradiol

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ethinyl Estradiol and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown