ELENTYL TABLETS

Hycedil NCR 10

Elentyl Tablets

Elentyl Tablets is used to treat moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity and/or hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age with PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome). It should be used only if your skin condition has not improved, even after topical or antibiotic treatment. Due to its contraceptive properties, it will only be prescribed for you if your doctor considers that treatment with a hormonal contraceptive is appropriate.

Elentyl tablets contains Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone, which work by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries. Thereby, it helps reduce acne and hair growth.

In some cases, Elentyl tablets may cause nausea, abdominal pain, headache, weight gain and mood changes. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Uses: Treatment of acne and hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age with PCOS.

Medicinal Benefits

Elentyl tablets contains Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone used to treat signs of androgenisation in women. It is indicated in the treatment of moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity and/or hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age. Ethinylestradiol+cyproterone works by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries. Thereby, it helps reduce acne and hair growth.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.

Side Effects

Drug Warnings

Do not use Elentyl tablets if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are using another hormonal contraception, are pregnant, might be pregnant or breastfeeding, or have had breast cancer, blood circulation problems/blood clots, heart attack or stroke. Inform the doctor if you have high blood pressure/uncontrolled blood pressure, high cholesterol, migraine, severe liver disease, liver tumours, depression, diabetes, inflammation of the pancreas, chloasma (brown patches on the skin), angioedema or hepatitis. Elentyl tablets may increase the risk of having blood clots; seek medical attention if you notice symptoms of blood clots (migraine/long-lasting headache, changes in your eye-sight, hearing or speech, severe pain in the abdomen, severe pain or swelling in legs, breathlessness, unusual sudden coughing, severe pain and tightness in the chest which may reach the left arm, dizziness/fainting, or sudden weakness/numbness).

Drug Interaction

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking anticonvulsants (primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate), anti-HIV (ritonavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine), anti-fungal (griseofulvin), antimicrobial (rifampicin), sedatives or herbal remedy (St. John’s wort). Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established. Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have/had blood clot problems, breast cancer, high blood pressure, heart attack or stroke.

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