Ambelina Contraceptive Pill

About Ambelina Contraceptive Pill

Ambelina is a combined oral contraceptive pill, commonly known as “the Pill,” used to prevent pregnancy. Each tablet contains two types of female hormones: 30 micrograms of ethinylestradiol (an oestrogen) and 150 micrograms of levonorgestrel (a progestogen). Because every active tablet in the pack contains the same dose of hormones, it is known as a monophasic contraceptive.

Ambelina works in three ways: it prevents the ovaries from releasing an egg (ovulation), thickens the fluid in the cervix to make it difficult for sperm to enter the womb, and alters the lining of the womb to prevent a fertilised egg from implanting.

What Is Ambelina Used For?

Ambelina is primarily used for hormonal contraception to prevent unplanned pregnancy. Due to the way it stabilizes hormone levels, it is also frequently used to manage symptoms related to the menstrual cycle, such as making periods regular, lighter, and less painful.

Who Is Ambelina Suitable For?

Ambelina is suitable for most healthy adult women. However, certain medical conditions may mean this pill is not safe for you.

Do not use Ambelina if you:

• Have (or have ever had) a blood clot in the legs (DVT), lungs (PE), or other organs
• Have a blood clotting disorder (e.g., Protein C deficiency)
• Have ever had a heart attack, stroke, or angina pectoris
• Suffer from migraines with aura (visual disturbances)
• Have severe liver disease or have ever had liver tumours
• Have or suspect you have breast or genital cancer
• Have unexplained vaginal bleeding
• Are allergic to ethinylestradiol, levonorgestrel, or any ingredients listed

Speak to a healthcare professional before use if you:

• Smoke or are overweight (BMI over 30)
• Have high blood pressure or diabetes
• Have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
• Have a family history of breast cancer
• Have elevated levels of fat in the blood (hypertriglyceridaemia)

How to Take Ambelina

1. Take one tablet daily, ideally at the same time each day, for 21 consecutive days.
2. Follow the days of the week and arrows printed on the blister strip.
3. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew.
4. After finishing the strip, do not take any tablets for 7 days.
5. Start your new pack exactly 7 days after finishing the last one, even if you are still bleeding.

Possible Side Effects of Ambelina

Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 women):

• Nausea or abdominal pain
• Weight gain
• Headaches
• Depressive moods or mood swings
• Breast tenderness or soreness

Warnings and Precautions

• Risk of Thrombosis: The use of a combined pill increases the risk of developing a blood clot. This risk is highest during the first year of use.
• STIs: Ambelina is a contraceptive for pregnancy prevention only; it does not protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections.
• Breast Cancer: A slight increase in breast cancer diagnoses has been observed in pill users.

Storage Instructions

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from light.
• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the carton and blister.