How does Minesse Tablet work?

Minesse Tablet works by suppressing ovulation and by changing cervical mucous thickness, thereby preventing pregnancy and acting as an effective birth control method.

How many days after my delivery can I restart Minesse Tablet ?

It is advisable not to use Minesse Tablet for at least a minimum of 3 weeks after delivery. You can resume Minesse Tablet 21 days after delivery, as long as you are able to walk. You do not have to wait for your period. After restarting Minesse Tablet , use additional contraception for 7 days. In case of any concern, please consult your doctor.

Can Minesse Tablet affect my ability to conceive?

Minesse Tablet is not known to affect conception rates as it has been found that women got pregnant pretty soon after discontinuing Minesse Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Do I need to inform my doctor if I am planning to get pregnant?

Yes. It is essential to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to conceive. If you think you are pregnant, stop using Minesse Tablet and do a pregnancy test for confirmation.

Does Minesse Tablet cause bleeding between the periods?

Minesse Tablet may cause spotting or bleeding between the periods in the first few months. It generally stops once your body has adjusted to Minesse Tablet . However, if the bleeding/spotting continues or if you have heavy periods, consult your doctor.

How and in what dose should I take Minesse Tablet ?

Minesse Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew it. Follow your doctor's prescribed dose and duration for the best results. Do not self-medicate.

What if I forget to take Minesse Tablet ?

If you forget to take a dose Minesse Tablet , then take it as soon as you remember. If it is the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose. Avoid taking more to make up for the missed one.

What if I vomit after taking Minesse Tablet ?

If you vomit within 3-4 hours of taking a Minesse Tablet , it is regarded as a missed dose. In that case, you should take another dose as soon as you feel better. Please, contact a doctor if this condition persists for longer durations.

What are the common side effects of taking Minesse Tablet ?

Minesse Tablet causes side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and mood swings. However, these side effects do not require any medical attention, as they will gradually reduce over time. Please, contact a doctor if these persist for longer durations.

Minesse Tablet 28's

Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Minesse Tablet is a contraceptive medicine used in the prevention of unwanted pregnancy and treatment of menorrhagia. This medicine inhibits the release of potent eggs from the ovary, thus preventing pregnancy. Common side effects include nausea, breast soreness, headache and dizziness. This medicine is intended for use in women. Hence not recommended in male population, children, pregnancy and breastfeeding mothers.

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About Minesse Tablet

Minesse Tablet belongs to the group of combined oral contraceptives used as a means of birth control in women who wish to prevent unwanted pregnancy. It is also used in the treatment of irregular menstrual cycles and may help with pre-menstrual symptoms. It is a hormonal combination that contains two female reproductive hormones, oestrogen and progestogen.

Minesse Tablet is composed of Ethinyl estradiol and Gestodene. It is essentially an ovulation inhibitor, meaning it inhibits the release of potent eggs from the ovary, thereby preventing pregnancy. In addition, Minesse Tablet also helps in making cervical mucus inhospitable for the incoming sperm, thereby effectively controlling pregnancy.

Take Minesse Tablet as prescribed. In some cases, Minesse Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, breast soreness, headache and stomach pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.

If you are allergic to any of the components of Minesse Tablet , please inform the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Minesse Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it is not recommended in these states. Do not consume Minesse Tablet with alcohol. Minesse Tablet is not recommended for use in children. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Minesse Tablet

Used for contraception and Treatment of Menorrhagia

Directions for Use

Take Minesse Tablet exactly as directed by the physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Minesse Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive and birth control pill. It contains Ethinyl estradiol and Gestodene. Minesse Tablet is used to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and changing the consistency of cervical secretions. Ethinyl estradiol works by reducing the release of the luteinizing hormone (LH) from the brain and moderating the levels of gonadotropins (sex hormones), thereby suppressing ovulation. Gestodene augments this action and also helps in making cervical mucus inhospitable for the incoming sperm, thereby effectively controlling pregnancy. In patients suffering from menorrhagia, Minesse Tablet reduces the intensity and duration of menstrual bleeding. Minesse Tablet hence also finds application in the correction of irregular menses.

How Minesse Tablet Works

Minesse Tablet is composed of Ethinyl estradiol and Gestodene. It is essentially an ovulation inhibitor, meaning it inhibits the release of potent eggs from the ovary, thereby preventing pregnancy. In addition, Minesse Tablet also helps in making cervical mucus inhospitable for the incoming sperm, thereby effectively controlling pregnancy.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Minesse Tablet

Headache
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach pain
Breast tenderness
Mood swings

What if I have taken an overdose of Minesse Tablet

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting and vaginal bleeding. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Minesse Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had heart disease, stroke, heart attack, deep vein thrombosis (clot in the legs), pulmonary embolism (clot in the lungs), migraine with aura, blood disorders, liver disease, uncontrolled diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension, very high blood cholesterol, clotting disorders, varicose veins, gall-bladder disease, pancreatic disorders, breast/uterine/cervical cancer, bowel disease, absorption disorders, SLE (lupus), HUS (haemolytic uraemic syndrome), or any kind of anaemia. Keep your doctor informed of your entire family history of any hormone-dependent cancers. Consult your doctor before taking Minesse Tablet during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding as it is not recommended in these states. Do not consume Minesse Tablet with alcohol. Women with a tendency for chloasma/melasma (skin condition commonly seen in middle-aged women) should avoid sun exposure after taking Minesse Tablet . Women with a history of angioedema should exercise caution while taking Minesse Tablet as it may worsen the angioedema. Inform your doctor of any medications you are currently on, especially if you are on any antibiotics, antidepressants, antiepileptics, anti-virals, sedatives or any herbal remedies for depression.

Drug-Drug Interactions

EthinylestradiolTranexamic acid

Critical

EthinylestradiolExemestane

Severe

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EthinylestradiolTranexamic acid

Critical

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Taking Minesse Tablet 28's with Tranexamic acid may increase the risk of blood clot formation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Minesse Tablet 28's with Tranexamic acid is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you suffer from chest discomfort, shortness of breath, blood in the urine, blood in the cough, sudden loss of vision, and pain, redness, or swelling in your arm or leg, consult doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

EthinylestradiolExemestane

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
When used with Minesse Tablet 28's, the effectiveness of Exemestane might be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Exemestane and Minesse Tablet 28's together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

EthinylestradiolPomalidomide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Pomalidomide can cause serious blood clots, and taking it with Ethinyl estradiol may enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pomalidomide and Minesse Tablet 28's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience chest pain, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness, or swelling in an arm or leg, or numbness or weakness on one side of the body, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

EthinylestradiolAmprenavir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Taking Minesse Tablet 28's and Amprenavir together may make amprenavir less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Minesse Tablet 28's with Amprenavir can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

EthinylestradiolPrimidone

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Coadministration of Minesse Tablet 28's with primidone may decrease the blood levels of Minesse Tablet 28's and reduce its effectiveness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between primidone with Minesse Tablet 28's, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abnormal bleeding, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

EthinylestradiolPhenytoin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Coadministration of Phenytoin and Minesse Tablet 28's may reduce the blood levels and effects of Minesse Tablet 28's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and Minesse Tablet 28's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. If you use Minesse Tablet 28's as hormone replacement therapy for menopause, let your doctor know if your symptoms stop being controlled by your medication or if you start bleeding abnormally. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

EthinylestradiolDabrafenib

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
When coupled with Dabrafenib, the blood level of Minesse Tablet 28's can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Dabrafenib and Minesse Tablet 28's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are taking hormone replacement therapy for menopause, you should notify a doctor if you notice an increase in the frequency or severity of your symptoms, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

EthinylestradiolRifampicin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Taking Minesse Tablet 28's with rifampicin can decrease the blood levels of Minesse Tablet 28's, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Rifampicin and Minesse Tablet 28's, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

EthinylestradiolDantrolene

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
Dantrolene's beneficial effectiveness can be reduced when used with Minesse Tablet 28's.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Minesse Tablet 28's with Dantrolene can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, severe fatigue or weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash or itching, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or whites of your eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

EthinylestradiolOxcarbazepine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Minesse Tablet 28's:
When coupled with oxcarbazepine, the blood levels of Minesse Tablet 28's can be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking oxcarbazepine and Minesse Tablet 28's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you use hormone replacement therapy(Minesse Tablet 28's) for menopause, consult the doctor if your symptoms are no longer controlled or if you deal with unusual bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

As nausea and vomiting may occur with the use of Minesse Tablet , make sure to take it on light, small meals.
After starting Minesse Tablet , use another alternative non-hormonal contraceptive for at least ten days.
Avoid grapefruit juice while taking Minesse Tablet as this may interact with Minesse Tablet and affect its absorption.
Avoid smoking. Smoking interferes with Minesse Tablet absorption.
Maintaining a healthy weight can go a long way in promoting healthy female reproductive health. Make sure you exercise for at least 30 minutes every day. However, do not engage in very strenuous physical exercise, as this can worsen bleeding.
Regularly working night shifts can affect hormone production. Try to avoid night shifts.
Maintain good sexual hygiene and prevent any sexually transmitted diseases by practising safe sex.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CONTRACEPTIVES