famycept tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
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What is famycept tablet used for?
famycept tablet (Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg)) is used to treat gynaecological. It contains Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg)
- Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
🇮🇳 famycept tablet के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
famycept tablet का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से gynaecological और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
मुख्य फायदे (Key Benefits): Famycept Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy) and in the treatment of irregular periods. It helps to... Read more below.
💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg) |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | famycept tablet |
| Manufacturer | Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How and when to take famycept tablet?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature away from moisture
💊 famycept tablet Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
- Famycept Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy) and in the treatment of irregular periods.
- It helps to prevent release of the egg and its fertilization by the sperm.
- It may also help to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.Famycept Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit.
- It should be taken as your doctor's advice.
- You should have to start taking the pill on the day one of your menstrual cycle and continue taking it for whole month and start with new pack once the pack get finished.
- If you experience vomiting with in 4 hours of dose intake, take another tablet.
- You body may take 7 days to get adjust with medicine, hence use condom during first week to avoid pregnancy.
- In case you missed your dose and you are late by 12 hours in taking the missed dose, in that case must use a condom while intercourse for a period of 2 days.Nausea, headache, breast pain, and weight gain are some commonly seen side effects of this medicine.
- If these bother you, or appear serious, let your doctor know.
- There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
- You might experience spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods.
- Consult with your doctor if this occurs frequently or persists longer.
- Inform your doctor if you notice inflammation" class="semantic-link" title="Medicines for swelling" itemprop="relatedLink">swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision, as it may be a sign of blood clot.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you smoke and are over 35, or if you have ever had a heart attack or have cancer of uterus/cervix, or vagina.
- Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
- Do not take the medicine if you are pregnant already or breastfeeding.
- You might be asked for regular check-up of blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar level while on treatment.
⚠️ What are the side effects of famycept tablet?
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Irregular uterine bleeding
- Weight gain
- Breast pain
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
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🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about famycept tablet
- Myth: Generic substitutes of famycept tablet are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Ethinyl Estradiol (0.02mg) + Desogestrel (0.15mg)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of famycept tablet can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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