Ethinyl Estradiol
Uses
Ethinyl Estradiol is used for contraception, it is also used in the treatment of post menopausal osteoporosis, prostate cancer, hormone replacement therapy (hrt) and failure of ovarian development.
How it Works
Ethinyl estradiol is known as an estrogen. Ethinyl Estradiol is a synthetic form of the naturally occurring hormone in the body and it helps in development and maintenance of menstrual cycle. In post-menopausal women, Ethinyl Estradiol works by reducing the post-menopausal symptoms and risk of weakening bones and bone fracture.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Ethinyl estradiol may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Nausea,
Mood changes,
Change in body weight,
Abdominal pain,
Breast enlargement,
Metrorrhagia,
Breast tenderness,
Edema,
Fibroid,
Sexual dysfunction
Norgestrel
Uses
Norgestrel is used as a contraceptive or in preventing pregnancy.
How it Works
Norgestrel works by preventing ovulation, thus altering the cervical mucus, and changing the lining of the uterus.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Norgestrel may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Stomach cramping/bloating,
Dizziness,
Headache,
Tiredness,
Breast tenderness,
Decrease in breast size,
Acne,
Oily scalp,
Hair loss,
Weight gain