Mayapill0.030+0.15mg

• Contraception: Used as a combined oral contraceptive pill for prevention of pregnancy.
• Irregular Periods: Used for the treatment of irregular menstrual cycles.

Adult Dose:

• Contraception: 1 active tablet PO daily for 21 days, then 1 inert tablet PO daily for 7 days.
• Missed Dose: 1 missed: take as soon as remembered or take 2 tablets on following day; use other contraception for next 7 days.
• 2 missed consecutively: Take 2 tablets as soon as remembered; use other contraception for next 7 days.

Starting: Start from the first day of menstruation (can start any day within first 5 days).

Common Side Effects:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Mood changes (including depression)
• Vaginal infections
• Irregular vaginal bleeding
• Pain and discomfort
• Breast pain

Rare Side Effects: Liver tumors, jaundice, high blood pressure, gallbladder problems.

Precautions:

• Thrombotic disorder: Stop if thrombosis occurs; stop 4 weeks before major surgery and start 2 weeks after.
• Liver disease: Discontinue if jaundice occurs.
• High blood pressure: Monitor if controlled; stop if significant rise.
• Do not use if pregnant or suspected pregnancy.
• Smoking increases risk, especially over 35 years of age.
• Do not use if obese, on prolonged bed rest, or have history of blood clots.