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Ethinyl Estradiol

Uses

Ethinyl Estradiol is used for hormone replacement therapy, postmenopausal osteoporosis, and prostate cancer.

How it Works

How Ethinyl Estradiol Works Ethinyl Estradiol is a synthetic estrogen, a female hormone. In women of reproductive age, it helps maintain a normal menstrual cycle. In women undergoing menopause, it addresses the deficiency of estrogen, thereby preventing symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Ethinyl Estradiol include headache, nausea, breast tenderness, and uterine bleeding.

Expert Advice

Ethinyl Estradiol is used as part of hormone replacement therapy in older women experiencing menopause or in younger women with underdeveloped ovaries.
It may also be prescribed to treat prostate cancer in men and to prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
You may experience menstrual irregularities, such as spotting or bleeding between periods, or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
Ensure that you undergo regular breast screenings (to check for lumps or any abnormal changes) and cervical smear tests while taking this medicine.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice:

Unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Severe headache
Changes in vision

These symptoms could indicate a blood clot in a vein.

Other Combinations

Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol

Cyproterone + Ethinyl Estradiol + Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)

Desogestrel + Ethinyl Estradiol

Dienogest + Ethinyl Estradiol

Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol

Ethinyl Estradiol + Etonogestrel

Ethinyl Estradiol + Ferrous Fumarate + Levonorgestrel

Ethinyl Estradiol + Gestodene

Ethinyl Estradiol + Levonorgestrel

Ethinyl Estradiol + Norgestrel

Related Medications

Salt Composition in both

Cyproterone 2mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg

Sismyo M 35 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Siskan Pharma

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹349

Krimly 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹199.5

MRP ₹399

43% OFF

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg + Levonorgestrel 0.05mg

Triquilar Kit 0.03/0.05mg Tablet 21s

Zydus Cadila

Strip of 21 tablets

₹191.9

18% OFF

MRP ₹234

Salt Composition in both

Cyproterone 2mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg

Krimson 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹458.4

Krimly 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹199.5

MRP ₹399

56% OFF

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg + Levonorgestrel 0.1mg

Ovilow 0.02/0.1mg Tablet 21s

Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹221

18% OFF

MRP ₹269.5

Salt Composition in both

Cyproterone 2mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg

Estidol 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Intra Life Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹270

Krimly 2/0.035mg Tablet 21s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹199.5

MRP ₹399

26% OFF

Salt Composition in both

Drospirenone 3mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg

Eliyana LS 3/0.02mg Tablet 24s

Healing Pharma India Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 24 tablets

MRP

₹380

Dronis 3/0.02mg Tablet 24s

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Strip of 24 tablets

₹332.1

MRP ₹405

13% OFF

Salt Composition in both

Dienogest 2mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.03mg

Amgest Tablet 21s

Ajanta Pharma Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹510

Dinofane 2mg/30mcg Tablet 21s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹259.5

MRP ₹519

49% OFF

Salt Composition

Desogestrel 0.15mg + Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg

Desolon 0.15/0.02mg Tablet 21s

Chemo Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

₹186.5

45% OFF

MRP ₹339

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 2mg

Endowell 2mg Tablet

Bipi Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

MRP

₹243.8

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Lynoral 0.01mg Tablet 10s

Organon India Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

MRP

₹22.3

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg

Veronica Kit 0.03mg Tablet

Akumentis Healthcare Ltd.

Strip of 28 tablets

MRP

₹699

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg

E Gen 0.02mg Tablet 4s

TOSC International Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 4 tablets

MRP

₹23.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 5mg

Estogen 5mg Tablet

Mac Millon Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 3 tablets

MRP

₹11.7

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Cyclenorm-E 0.01mg Tablet

Nutricorp Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 6 tablets

MRP

₹14.5

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Cyclenorm E 0.01mg Tablet

Empiai Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 6 tablets

MRP

₹13.8

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.05mg

Lynoral 0.05mg Tablet 10s

Organon India Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

MRP

₹38.3

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg

Evomid Tablet

Midas Healthcare Ltd.

Strip of 3 tablets

MRP

₹12.9

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Ncnorm E Tablet

Unicure India Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 6 tablets

MRP

₹14.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.2mg

Estogen 0.2mg Injection

Mac Millon Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Vial of 1 ml

MRP

₹50.6

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Ethinorm E 0.01mg Tablet

Bennet Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Strip of 6 tablets

MRP

₹14.7

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg

Secam E 0.02mg Tablet

McW Healthcare

Strip of 6 tablets

MRP

₹15

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.01mg

Elistrol 0.01mg Tablet

H & Care Inc.

Strip of 10 tablets

MRP

₹39.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 1mg

Lynoral 1mg Tablet 10s

Organon India Ltd.

Strip of 10 tablets

MRP

₹22.3

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Drospirenone + Ethinyl Estradiol 3mg

Drostol 3mg Tablet 21s

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹290

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Salt Composition

Ethinyl Estradiol 0.035mg + Gestodene 75mcg

Femovan 0.035mg/75mcg Tablet 21s

Bayer Zydus Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Strip of 21 tablets

MRP

₹283.4

Sorry, Substitute Medicine is Unavailable

Frequently asked questions

When and how should I take Ethinyl Estradiol?

Take Ethinyl Estradiol as directed by your doctor, ideally at the same time every day to maintain consistent hormone levels.

What is Ethinyl Estradiol and what is its purpose?

Ethinyl Estradiol is a synthetic female sex hormone used in hormone replacement therapy and to address menstrual irregularities. It may also help prevent osteoporosis in women who cannot use other treatments and is sometimes prescribed for prostate cancer in men.

What are the common side effects of Ethinyl Estradiol?

Common side effects include nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, weight gain, mood changes, and vaginal discharge. These symptoms are usually temporary, but consult your doctor if they persist.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Ethinyl Estradiol?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's close to your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Be aware that missing doses may lead to breakthrough bleeding; consult your doctor if bleeding persists.