What is ethinyl estradiol-norgestimate?
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Ethinyl estradiol-norgestimate is a combination product consisting of two female hormones. It is used for the prevention of pregnancy and for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD); and for the treatment of acne. The combination can come in a monophasic and triphasic dosing regimen.
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How do members experience ethinyl estradiol-norgestimate?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birth control | 93 | 40 | |
| Menstrual cramps | 18 | 9 | |
| Polycystic ovary syndrome | 17 | 4 | |
| Endometriosis | 10 | 3 | |
| Irregular menstrual periods | 10 | 7 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Migraine headaches | 4 | |
| Weight gain | 4 | |
| Depressed mood | 3 | |
| Mood swings | 3 | |
| Nausea | 3 | |
| Breast tenderness | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 10 | |
| Moderate | 15 | |
| Mild | 17 | |
| None | 42 |
Member evaluations
Firerose
evaluated on Oct 11, 2014
- Perceived effectiveness for premenstrual dysphoric disorder: Moderate
- Side effects: None
SoreMomma
evaluated on Jul 01, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for endometriosis: Major
- Side effects: Moderate
arroganthumanity
evaluated on Sep 23, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for Birth control: Major
- Side effects: Moderate
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