Melodenea 0.02 mg/0.075 mg Coated tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 20 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Prevention of pregnancy.
Dosage (summary)
One tablet daily for 28 days, starting on day 1 of the menstrual cycle.
Special Populations
- Paediatric patients
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; may reduce breast milk quantity and change composition during lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Enzyme inducers (e.g., phenytoin, rifampicin)
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., azole antifungals)
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Thromboembolic events
- Severe hepatic disease
- Undiagnosed vaginal bleeding
- Pregnancy
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Depressed mood
- Breast tenderness
Counselling Points
- Take at the same time daily
- Use barrier method if tablets missed
- Report mood changes or severe abdominal pain
Serious warnings
- Increased risk of thromboembolism
- Monitor for migraine exacerbation
- May influence laboratory tests
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