How Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol) Works?

Diane 35 has active ingredients:

Cyproterone Acetate basically used to block the effect of the natural male hormones on the growth of prostate cells and it also blocks the undesired effects of androgens in females like excessive hair growth and acne.

Ethinyl Estradiol is considered as a primary female sex hormone which is a part of the hormone replacement therapy that helps in maintaining the estrogen levels in the body, thereby relieving the symptoms occurring after menopause.

Before You Use Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol

• You do not take alcohol

• Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol)?

• You should avoid taking alcohol

• You should avoid Driving or Machine Operating Jobs as it may cause weakness, loss of mental alertness or coordination

• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol)?

You should avoid Diane 35 if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

• Have Diabetes/Heart Problems/Hypertension/difficulty in breathing

• Have Depression or Migraine

• Have High Levels of fats and sugar intolerance (Galactose/Lapp Lactose/Glucose)

• Have Hearing Problems

• Have Severe Liver (Jaundice)/Kidney/Gall Bladder (Gall Stones) Disorder

• Have Breast/Uterus/Prostate Cancer or Any Uterus Disorder (endometrial Hyperplasia, Fibroids)

• Have Blood Disorders like Porphyria, Sickle Cell Anemia, Blood Clotting Problems

• Are Pregnant/Conceiving

• You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Have Allergy to it

• Have/Had Blood Clotting Disorder

• Have Diabetes Mellitus

• Have Heart Problems like: Chest Pain and Heart Attack

• Have Hypertension/Difficulty in Breathing

• Have Depression or Migraine

• Have High Levels of fats and sugar intolerance (Galactose/Lapp Lactose/Glucose)

• Have Hearing Problems

• Have Severe Liver (Jaundice)/Kidney/Gall Bladder (Gall Stones) Disorder

• Have Breast/Uterus/Prostate Cancer or Any Uterus Disorder (Endometrial Hyperplasia, Fibroids) and any uterine procedure

• Have Blood Disorders like Porphyria, Sickle Cell Anemia, Blood Clotting Problems

• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

• Are Breastfeeding

• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies.

Dosage:

Diane 35 contains an active ingredient, Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol, which is used in Contraception, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hormone Replacement Therapy, and Prostate Cancer and available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and conditions of the body differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Diane 35 at a fixed time as suggested by the doctor. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed.

How Much Of The Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol) To Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Diane 35.

How To Take The Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol)?

Diane 35 dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol)?

You are always advised to take Diane 35 as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose?

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

Missed Dose?

A missed dose of Diane 35 should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Diane 35 (Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinyl Estradiol)?

• Dizziness/Sleepiness

• Decreased libido/Sexual Dysfunction

• Weakness

• Nausea

• Headache

• Abdominal Pain/Dyspepsia

• Weight gain

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Breast Tenderness and Breast Enlargement (in men)

• Anemia

• Depression or Mood Changes

• Decreased Appetite

• Flatulence/Constipation

• Hot Flashes

• Metrorrhagia (menstrual bleeding at irregular intervals)

• Edema

• Fibroid

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Diane 35 which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Alcohol

• Analgesics

• Antacids

• Antihistamines

• Antimigraine Medications

• Antipsychotic and Antiepileptic Drugs

• Antifungals

• Sedatives and Antidepressants

• Beta-Blockers (Metoprolol, Atenolol)

• Calcium Channel Blockers (Diltiazem and Verapamil)

• Corticosteroids

• Antidiabetic Medications

• Drugs for HIV and

• Other Viral Disease (Indinavir, Ritonavir)

• Antibiotics

• Retinoic Acid (Vitamin A) Derivatives

• Theophyllines

• Thyroid Medications

• It interacts with few diseased conditions like:

• Heart Disease

• Porphyria

• Breast/Uterus Cancer

• Endometrial Hyperplasia

Warning And Precaution:

Diane 35 should be used very cautiously in:

• Impaired Liver/Renal Function

• Breast/Uterus Cancer/Surgery

• Blood Related Disorders

• Hypersensitivity

• Heart Problems

• Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

• Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Undergo regular tests while taking this medicine:

• Breast screening (for presence of Lumps or any abnormal changes)

• Cervical Smear Test

• Blood Counts

• Function of Adrenal Glands

• Call your doctor immediately if you experience pain in your Chest that spreads to Arm or Neck, unexplained Migraine-Type Headaches, Painful Leg Swelling, Sudden Chest Pain and Difficulty Breathing

• Keep out of reach of children

• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

Indications:

Do not stop Diane 35 abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

Storage:

Store the Diane 35 at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and not damaged.