Today the choice of contraceptives is really great. Every woman has the opportunity to choose from a variety of contraceptives: pills, intrauterine devices, condoms and oral contraceptives. But the most popular and not harmful for women’s health is an oral contraceptive.

Only the doctor-gynecologist may prescribe an adequate method of contraception, especially considering the body of his patient. Oral contraceptive drugs can help normalize the menstrual cycle, improve the color and texture of the skin and to please a number of other pleasant things. In addition, women taking contraceptives, significantly reduces the risk of diseases such as cancer, inflammation of the female genital organs, and the occurrence of future ectopic pregnancy.

The peculiarity of this method of contraception is the regularity of the pills that is to miss or forget about taking oral contraceptives is not possible, because so their effectiveness is significantly reduced. But do not worry about it. If you put a package in a conspicuous place, you will always know that it’s time to take the pills.

If you follow all the instructions on the packaging, it is almost impossible to conceive. The scientists who are engaged in similar studies have shown that out of 10 000 women who took oral contraceptives, became pregnant, only one. And even if an incident occurs – a woman, for whatever reason did not take the pill, the chance of getting pregnant 1 in 100. But remember to drink a tablet may be no more than 3 times in a row, otherwise the whole course losing its accuracy!

Oral contraceptives acts follows: artificial hormones act on the female body in such a way that suppresses ovulation. After that, the egg is not capable of fully mature and, therefore, pregnancy is impossible.

Today’s prerogative among oral contraceptives belongs to Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel.

Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel (50 mg of Ethinyl Estradol and 0.5 mg of Norestrel) – a combination of estrogen and progesterone, which helps treat a variety of hormonal disorders. Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel can be used to postpone menstruation and treatment enodmestrioza, dysmenorrhea (pain during menstruation), urethral bleeding and other menstrual disorders.

Rules of Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel admission:

It should be taken daily from 1 to 4 tablets, depending on the treatment goals. It can be applied with or without food. Follow your doctor, even if they are contrary to the instructions provided.

 Overdose:

If you suspect that you have made an overdose, then seek medical help. Among the missed dose overdose symptoms may include: Nausea Vomiting sudden vaginal bleeding if you miss a dose, take medication if you remember. If the short time remains before the next dose, it is better to skip this dose.

Remarks: Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel should be applied regularly. Do not use it together with other similar means.

Storage:

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius in a dry and dark place. Keep away from children!

Important Notice: This information does not replace a medical examination or doctor’s decision. Not necessarily, that taking this drug will be effective for you. You should consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions – How does Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel?

The components of Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel affect the hormones responsible for the implementation of the menstrual cycle. They regulate the terms of menstruation and restore the balance.

Is it safe to use Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel for pregnant women and nursing mothers?

It is unknown that Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel could harm the fetus during pregnancy and newborn baby. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, you should still consult a doctor to find out about the possible risks to you.

Protect me Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel of sexually transmitted infections?

Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel does not protect against diseases, sexually transmitted diseases. Use the tools of protection.

Can I prevent pregnancy, taking Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel?

Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel primarily restores hormonal conditions and can be used to prevent pregnancy.

What is the recommended dose of Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel?

The recommended dose of Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel is 1 tablet per day, starting with a 20 day menstrual cycle. The recommended dose of Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel for the treatment of enomestioza is 1 tablet a day for 6-12 months. The dose may be increased to 2-3 tablets a day. The recommended dose in case of bleeding the urethra is one tablet a day for 20-21 days, starting with the 5 day cycle. If the bleeding stops, dosing can be increased to 2-3 tablets a day. In some cases the dose may be increased to 2-4 tablets a day until the end of the cycle. Then it must be reduced to 1-2 tablets a day. The recommended dose for the treatment of dismonorei one tablet a day, starting with a 5 day cycle. Treatment should continue for 20-21 days, and then interrupted for 7-8 days. For the second cycle, 1 tablet per day, starting at 8 or 9 days. To prevent stomach disorder you should take the drug after meals.

Precautions:

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you experience: any form of allergy Hypertension, Abnomalnye Pain, Liver problems or current pregnancy, Alleged Recent surgery, prolonged immobility, yellowing of the skin, Vaginal bleeding, Depression Kidney Problems with the thyroid drug, which has as part of the female hormones can be combined with smoking to increase risk of stroke, heart attacks and high blood pressure.

Tell your doctor if you are a nursing mother. If you have recently given birth or within the last 3 months have an abortion, tell your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are using other medications, vitamins and supplements. Do not increase or lower the amount of not talking to your doctor. Thus, according to professors, composition and a unique mode of drug administration Ethinyl Estradiol Norgestrel can be used not only as a medium of contraception, but also for long-term use in most healthy women until the late reproductive age.

Drospirenone (ethinyl estradiol) is the first drug in oral contraceptive that is taken in a 24 +4, that combines 24 days of receiving the active hormone pills plus 4 days of placebo. Innovative dosing regimen designed to avoid fluctuations in the level of female hormones that remain in the traditional mode of reception 7/ 21 (21 active hormone tablets plus 7 days off or 7 days placebo tablets).
The new regimen provides 3 additional days of drospirenone and affirmative action leads to minimization of fluctuations in hormone levels. This eliminates the associated negative symptoms – anxiety, irritability, mood changes, impaired concentration, swelling, headache, breast engorgement, etc. Due to the content of the preparation of such a component, as drospirenone, in particular its antimineralocorticoid properties, the body does not stay liquid (due to the estrogen component), and therefore such symptoms as swelling, weight gain, bloating, breast engorgement do not develop.

Finally, the anti-androgenic properties of drospirenone provide a positive effect on the skin, reducing the activity of the sebaceous glands and as a result, achieved a therapeutic effect in acne.

Drospirenone exhibits no androgenic, estrogenic, glucocorticoid and antiglucocorticoid activity, which in combination with antimineralocorticoid and antiandrogenic properties indicates the similarity of the pharmacological profile of drospirenone and natural hormone progesterone.
In two multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled studies of efficacy and safety of the drug in women with drospirenone acne vulgaris of mild and severe, it was demonstrated clinically and statistically showed significant effect relative to the primary treatment success rates (number of inflammatory and noninflammatory elements, the total number of lesions (elements) and the number and proportion of women with a clear skin, which was assessed on a scale of ISGA (Investigator `s Stated Global Assessment – evaluation scale general state of the researcher), and the majority of secondary indicators.

Thanks to all of the above Drospirenone (ethinyl estradiol) is the only oral contraceptive approved in the country to apply for three indications:
    • Prevention of unwanted pregnancies,
    • treatment of acne (acne) and mild to moderate severity,
    • treatment of emotional and physical symptoms of menstruation period, including the most severe manifestation of them – premenstrual dysphonic disorder (PMDD).

Mode of the drug Drospirenone 24 +4 scheme provides:

•       Abridged non hormonal intervals
•       Decrease hormonal fluctuations
•       Prevention of premenstrual disorders

· Improvement of the skin
Daily admission procedure: due to a placebo pill it is easier to keep track of when to start the next pack Drospirenone (ethinyl estradiol).
Safe and practical:
The company has taken care about the convenience, comfort and safety of a new contraceptive drug Drospirenone (ethinyl estradiol):
    *Each blister pack with Drospirenone (ethinyl estradiol) contraceptive introduced in new packaging, that is in a convenient "envelope", which is comfortably housed in a purse or clutch. Thus, women and girls do not have to hide their pills in the box, and then get them out of it.
    *On one side of "envelope" there is applied the so-called "Rule of the forgotten pills," which will give advice and tell you what to do in case of contraceptive pills Drospirenone reception was omitted, as well as when to take it up next time and what the consequences of such forgetfulness can trap you. Thanks to a new type of packaging as a "purse" is now no need to constantly carry the instructions for use.

In addition, Drospirenone provides reliable protection from unwanted pregnancy; it has also a positive impact on skin condition and general psycho-emotional and physiological state of a woman. The combination of drospirenone with ethinylestradiol improves the content of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, which favorably affects the cardiovascular system. Thus, according to professors, composition and a unique mode of drug administration Drospirenone can be used not only as a medium of contraception, but also for long-term use in most healthy women until the late reproductive age.

Dosage and administration:
Tablets should be taken daily according to the order specified on the blister, about the same time, with a small amount of liquid. Interruption in the application of tablets Drospirenone does not include. The drug is taken by one tablet per day for 28 days. Tablets from each of the next pack should be started after taking the last pill from the previous package. Menstrual bleeding usually begins at the third day of the placebo pills and can not finish by the beginning of the pills the next pack.

If hormonal contraceptives in the previous period (last month) was not used the tablets should be initiated in 1-day woman’s natural cycle (ie the 1st day of menstrual bleeding). You can start receiving and 5 days, but in this case in the first cycle is recommended to additionally use like a barrier method of contraception for the first 7 days of treatment.

Switching from another combined oral contraceptive (CPC), vaginal ring or transdermal patch is desirable that the woman should start taking the pill Drospirenone on the day after taking the last active pill the previous PDA, but not later than the day after a break in tablet or pill placebo after receiving her previous PDA. In the case of a vaginal ring or transdermal patch is desirable that the woman should start taking Drospirenone to that day, in any case not later than the day when you need the following use of these devices.

Go with a method that is based on the use of only a progestogen ("mini-pill", injections, implants) or intrauterine system with progestogen woman can begin taking the drug Drospirenone every day after discontinuation of the "mini-pill" (in the case of an implant or intrauterine system – on the day of their removal, in the case of injections – rather than following injection). However, in all cases it is recommended to additionally use like a barrier method of contraception for the first 7 days of treatment. Try it and you’ll never regret!

The deep-rooted thrush unlike a random fungal disease is more than just a discomfort: to cure the deep-rooted thrush cure is more difficult than to suppress the symptoms of the traditional thrush.

The causes of the deep-rooted thrush

According to the statistics, approximately five percent of women experience the thrush at least three times a year. Regular symptoms of the thrush say about recurrent vulvo-vaginal candidacies, a state when even with a proper treatment the disease comes back again after a period of time. The causes of the deep-rooted thrush can be very different. This is an incomplete treatment of the fungal infections and poor health (very common the cause of the relapse is diabetes), and prolonged practice of certain drugs.

The deep-rootedthrush’streatment

The deep-rooted thrush is not recommended to treat with the help of the traditional remedies – to suppress the recurrent symptoms much more effective medicines recommended by gynecologist is required.
Although the antifungal drugs, sold at pharmacies without a prescription, are able to cure the thrush in most cases. But they can be a cause of the development of the deep-rooted thrush – because, according to the statistics, two thirds of these drugs are used by women who really do not have the thrush. Improper use or abuse of the antifungal drugs, sold at pharmacies without a prescription, can cause the thrush, which symptoms can not be suppressed with the help of the traditional remedies. In fact, the fungal organisms (in such situation) are developed a kind of “immunity’ to the standard antifungal drugs. That is why it is important to consult a doctor before stating the thrush’s treatment independent.

To diagnose the deep-rooted thrush can make a specialist only. The one specialist who can determine whether symptoms are caused by the uncontrolled multiplication of the fungal organisms or it is a bacterial infection that the reason of the inflammation. A proper diagnosis of deep-rooted thrush is very important, because very different treatments are required for the different types of the infections.

          The deep-rooted thrush’s prevention
The best way to control the deep-rooted thrush is the prevention of the fungal diseases. In order to reduce the risk of the thrush and other fungal diseases, it is necessary to follow a few simple rules:

To refuse too tight clothes, to wear underwear made ​​of natural cotton;

After swimming or any other physical activity, accompanied by sweating, to change the wet clothes to dry and clean immediately;

Do not use flavored personal hygiene products, flavored pads or tampons;

To avoid any products containing fragrances or dyes.

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Irrigation is one of the most effective methods to treat the thrush (at home). A gynecologic ball syringe should be used gently. Gently pressing the bottle (a lot of pressure can lead to ingress of fluid from the syringe into the uterus). The ball syringe should be inserted also carefully – damage to the vaginal walls may lead to more serious fungal or bacterial infections.

The irrigation with hydrogen peroxide when it is the thrush

Hydrogen peroxide produces bacteria that are constantly presented in the vagina. More than that hydrogen peroxide controls reproduction of the fungal microorganisms. If the vagina’s micro-flora is disturbed, and beneficial bacteria are not able to cope with the rapid growth of the fungus, the irrigation with hydrogen peroxide will help to cure the thrush. This procedure demands to prepare a solution at the rate of one teaspoon of three percent hydrogen peroxide into a glass of water. The irrigation should be done once a day during several days (since the final disappearance of the thrush’s symptoms).

The irrigation with tea tree oil when it is the thrush

Tea tree oil is an effective helper in fighting against any fungal infection. A solution of tea tree oil can be used to treat the thrush. To prepare such solution one teaspoon of tea tree oil with one teaspoon of isopropyl (medical) alcohol must be mixed. A ready solution is better to keep in a bottle-dropper with a screw cap. To treat the thrush ten drops of tea tree oil solution must be dissolved in two cups of water and to make a procedure once a day during a week.

Herbal infusions for the irrigation when it is the thrush
A variety of herbal extracts that neutralize the proliferation of the fungal microorganisms and stop the inflammation should be used for the thrush’s irrigation. To prepare herbal infusion, sage, raspberry or comfrey leaves should be mixed in equal proportions than four tablespoons of herb collection on liter of boiling water should be added. Than this fluid should be left for brewing during fifteen or twenty minutes, then the fluid should be drained and chilled to room temperature. You can add two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, or, optionally, a quarter cup of yogurt or a tablespoon of acidophilic powder (for the irrigation in the resulting herbal extract).  When the thrush’s symptoms are mild the irrigation can done once every two days, when the thrush’s symptoms are strong – the irrigation should be done every day (until complete disappearance of the thrush’s symptoms)

The irrigation with the help of acid fluid
The acidic fluid restores the natural pH of the vagina, thereby neutralizing the propagation of the fungal microorganisms. To prepare the fluid,  one liter of water and two tablespoons of traditional or apple cider vinegar (fruit juice of a half a lemon or a one teaspoon of vitamin C cider can be used instead of vinegar). When the thrush’s symptoms are mild the irrigation with acid fluid should be done daily. When the thrush’s symptoms are more intensive, the irrigation should be combined with other methods of the thrush’s treatment.

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Although the thrush brings huge inconveniences and causes a discomfort, it is not dangerous to health. As a rule, the following symptoms are witnessed about the presence of the infection:

• An itching and a burning around vagina and vulva (folds of skin surrounding vagina);
• The white cheesy discharges from vagina;
• The soreness during sex;
• An increase of vulva’s size.

The yeast fungal infections are so common that three-quarters of the women face with them at different times of their lives. Half of the women are infected with vaginal candidacies several times throughout life. If you find the above symptoms, go to gynecological examination to establish the true cause of these symptoms – in some cases it is not the thrush.

The fight against the thrush

The yeast fungal infections are usually treated by the vaginal drugs, such as cream, with the help of which vagina is smeared. This procedure is going the following way. A woman takes a special applicator or suppository and places it into vagina where it is dissolving slowly. An ointment is also applied into vulva to relieve itching and burning. There are also oral pills, for the treatment of the vaginal candidacies.

     I’ve got the thrush. Is it the reason to consult a doctor?

You should immediately visit a gynecologist when you have just felt the first symptoms of the yeast fungal infection. It is very important to make sure that there is the yeast infection exactly and then to proceed an appropriate treatment. The thrush’s symptoms are similar to symptoms of some other infectious diseases such as sexually transmitted diseases. The improper treatment (for example, if you are taking the medications against vaginal candidacies, and you have a sexually transmitted disease) will only worsen the situation and prolong the recovery. If you are often infected by the vaginal candidacies, consult your doctor what medicine you can buy at a pharmacy without a prescription.

What steps should be taken to prevent the development of the thrush?

Here are some tips for the prevention of the vaginal candidacies:

Do not wear synthetic or small underwear;

Wear cotton panties;

Do not wear stockings or leggings every day;

After having a shower or bath dry restricted range with a dryer (minimum configuration);

After a toilet wipe perineum from front to back to prevent presenting fecal bacteria in vagina

After bathing, try to change into clean, dry clothes as quickly as it is possible.

Do not use the intimate hygiene sprays, scented tampons or sanitary pads, foam baths, as well as colored toilet paper. All of these tools affect the vaginal acidic environment and can lead to the yeast fungal infection.

Has my sexual partner to see a doctor as well?
In rare cases, the yeast fungal infection is transmitted through a sex sexual partner. If your partner has symptoms of the infection, consult a gynecologist.

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•               I.      The discharges from vagina

One of the thrush’s first signs is the appearance of the characteristic vaginal discharges: white or yellowish, with a cheesy texture, often with an unpleasant odor.

•            II.      Foul smell

One of the hallmarks of the thrush and other fungal infections is a foul smell. The foul smell is a consequence of proliferation of the fungal microorganisms. For women this consequence of the yeast is one of the most unpleasant consequence, not only physically but also psychologically. Therefore, while treating the yeast infections it is particularly important to monitor the personal hygiene closely. Warm bath with salt or baking soda helps to get rid of the foul smell.

•          III.      The skin irritation, the rash’s appearance

The rash, white formations or irritation of the skin are a typical symptoms of the yeast. One of the characteristic symptoms of excessive amounts of the fungal organisms in vagina is the appearance of white masses, which are certificated about the damage of the skin’s upper layers. If the rash or similar masses are the anti-fungal drugs for external application should be used

•          IV.      The itching and the burning

One of the first and most common symptoms of the thrush and other fungal infections is the itching and the burning sensation during urinating. The antifungal cream or ointment as well as tea tree oil are common ways to treat thrush at home.

Pain during sexual intercourse

Another characteristic feature of thrush is pain during sexual intercourse. The reason of this pain is inflammation and swelling of the vaginal walls due to excessive propagation of the fungal microorganisms. It is recommended to take time off from sex (while treating the thrush). It should be done not only in order to avoid unpleasant sensations, but also to reduce the risk of a partner.

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Diflucan (fluconazole)

Diflucan is one of the main preparations for treating women’ yeast infections. This medicine is characterized by a broad spectrum – the product kills all kinds of the Candida’s fungus and some other fungal organisms. Theoretically, to suppress most of the thrush’s symptoms just one pill is enough, but in some cases more prolonged treatment is required. Diflucan differs with systemic exposure, and therefore can cause side effects or allergic reactions.

It is worth to note that the more drugs for the thrush’s treatment you purchase, the less their total value is. It is recommended to cooperate with other women (for instance: relatives, colleagues and friends) also suffering the thrush.
Nizoral (ketoconazole)As well as Diflucan, Nizoral is a medicine with a broad spectrum of anastalsis that neutralizes any harmful microorganisms. Nizoral is effective in treating the thrush and as the solution to prevent fungal diseases. Nizoral is recommended to use along with antibiotics to prevent yeast infections provoked by prolonged use of antibiotics. Although there are several significant drawbacks connecting with Nizoral: being a very powerful agent, this drug is harmful to liver and disrupts the work of adrenal glands, which are produced steroids.  

Butokonazol

Butokonazol is another anti-fungal agent, intended for external use. Butokonazol is a part of almost all creams and ointments for the thrush’s and other fungal diseases’ treatment. While treating the women’ yeast infections with the help of such preparations the risk of side effects is extremely low (in fact, tends to zero), and to suppress the symptoms of the fungal disease requires a few days only. It should be noted that one of the drawbacks of the antifungal preparations with butokonazol is the ability to break down latex.

Terazol(terkonazol)

Terkonazol is one more antifungal drug available in the form of cream or vaginal suppositories. To treat the women’ thrush with the help of terkonazol three days only is required. Here it sould be noted that this medicine has few side effects. Some women can feel headaches, fever and symptoms similar to symptoms of colds. In addition, terkonazol contains oils that break down latex.

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Approximately 75% of women at least once in their lifetime are diagnosed vulvo-vaginal candidacies (the thrush). 40-50% of them suffers from the repeated infections, and at 5% of women the chronic candidacies is developed. The candidacies’ symptoms are: severe itching, soreness of vagina, irritation, burning sensation, which may be increased during urination, copious white cheesy discharges. But it should be remembered that the number of infectious and noninfectious diseases can cause similar symptoms. So to make an accurate diagnosis more researches are needed.

The accuracy of the method is 90%.

How does it work

The test is based on the immune method, during which the Candida’s antigens in the current of fluid are interacted with specific antibodies to Candida, coupled with blue latex particles, forming a blue stripe.

The presence of the blue band in tested region indicates a positive result. Latex particles are interacted lower test zone with other specific antibodies, forming the control strip. The blue band in the control zone indicates the correctness of the test.

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A doctor diagnosed the yeast infection, usually recommends specific antifungal medications for an external use or antibiotics for the fungal disease’s treatment. In most cases, the medicines for the thrush’s treatment, that are sold at pharmacies by prescription only, helps to suppress the symptoms quickly. To take antibiotics and to use antifungal preparations for external applications must be strictly under the instructions.

The vaginal suppositories

The main treatment for the women’ yeast infection is the antifungal preparations at the form of the vaginal suppositories, which active compounds normalize the vaginal micro-flora and neutralize the proliferation of the fungal microorganisms in the vagina, causing the thrush’s symptoms.

Warm baths with baking soda

The women’ fungal infections are the result of increased activity of the fungal microorganisms of the bacterial origin in vagina. One of the easiest ways to neutralize the harmful micro-organisms is a warm bath with ordinary baking soda that has effective cleansing properties.

Calendula

One of the major traditional medicines for the thrush’s treatment is calendula – an efficient helper in the fight against the fungal diseases. Numerous studies have confirmed that Calendula has the anti-fungal properties and helps to neutralize fungal microorganisms that cause the thrush

Tea Tree Oil

As with calendula, tea tree oil is an efficient helper in the treatment of the thrush at home. The easiest way to treat the fungal diseases with tea tree oil is douching with a solution of tea tree oil at the rate of one drop of oil on a glass of clean water.

The garlic

The Garlic – is one of the most widely used cures for the thrush’s home treatment. The garlic has antifungal and antibacterial properties which help to neutralize fungal organisms that cause the infection. Moreover, the garlic helps to prevent the development and dissemination of the yeast infections, especially in cases when the disease has been not cured in time.

Natural yoghurt

The useful lactobacillus acidophilus, normalizing vagina’s micro-flora and neutralizing the fungal microorganisms’ activity contain in a typical yogurt, which does not contain dyes and perfumes. Yogurt in the home treatment of the thrush can be used external or can be used with the help of tampons soaked in yogurt.

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Clotrimazole is found under such trade names as Gyne-Lotrimin or Lotrimin. Clotrimazole has effective antifungal properties and in the case of a regular external application suppresses the main symptoms of the yeast infection at an average of seven days. It is used not only for the treatment of the women’s thrush, but also to deal with the majority of the fungal infections (including men).

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