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Estradiol and Dienogest (Oral route)
es-tra-DYE-ol VAL-er-ate, es-tra-DYE-ol VAL-er-ate, dye-EN-oh-jest, es-tra-DYE-ol VAL-er-ate, dye-EN-oh-jest, es-tra-DYE-ol VAL-er-ateBrand Name(s)
In the US: Natazia
Dosage forms
Tablet
Warning
Oral route (Tablet)
Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular events from combination oral contraceptive (COC) use; this risk increases in women who are over 35 years of age and with number of cigarettes smoked. COCs should not be used by women who are over 35 years of age and smoke .
Uses of This Medicine
Estradiol valerate and dienogest combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, estrogens and progestins and, when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman’s egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization is prevented.
Estradiol valerate and dienogest combination is also used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding that is not caused by any diagnosed conditions of the uterus (womb) in women who choose to use birth control pills.
No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective. Discuss with your doctor your options for birth control.
Estradiol valerate and dienogest combination does not prevent AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: