Question 1

What is Ethinylestradiol; Cyproterone Acetate used for?

Accepted Answer

Severe acne that doesn't respond to other treatments, excessive facial or body hair in women (hirsutism), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) symptoms, and it also works as a contraceptive (prevents pregnancy) while treating these conditions

Question 2

How do you take Ethinylestradiol; Cyproterone Acetate?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet daily at the same time each day for 21 days, then stop for 7 days (during which you will have your period). Start a new pack on the 8th day whether or not your period has finished. Swallow the tablet whole with water — you can take it with or without food. Start on the first day of your period for immediate protection.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Ethinylestradiol; Cyproterone Acetate?

Accepted Answer

Headache, breast tenderness or swelling, nausea or feeling like vomiting, slight weight gain, and mood changes or feeling low

Question 4

Who should not take Ethinylestradiol; Cyproterone Acetate?

Accepted Answer

Women who have or have had blood clots, stroke, heart attack, or liver disease. Women with a history of breast cancer or other hormone-sensitive cancers. Smokers over age 35, women with uncontrolled high blood pressure, women with diabetes with blood vessel damage, and anyone allergic to cyproterone acetate or ethinylestradiol. Men should not take this medication.

Question 5

Is Ethinylestradiol; Cyproterone Acetate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Do not take this drug if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant, or are breastfeeding — it is not safe and you should consult your doctor immediately.

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