Gestinol 28 is a continuous contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy, this drug has in its composition two hormones, ethinyl estradiol and gestodene, which have the function of inhibiting hormonal stimuli that lead to ovulation, also causing changes in cervical mucus and endometrium, hindering conception..
This contraceptive is a continuous drug, in which there is no need to rest between containers, can be purchased from a pharmacy for about 33 reais.
- One gestinol tablet should be taken every day and at the same time for 28 days and after completing the package.
- The next tablet should be started continuously.
- If this is your first time taking this contraceptive.
- The first pill should begin on the first day of your menstrual cycle.
- Which is equivalent to the first day of menstrual bleeding.
If you change the contraceptive, you should preferably start with gestinol the day after taking the last active pill of the previous contraceptive.
If you’re using another contraceptive, such as a vaginal ring, implant, IUD, or patch, see how to change your contraceptive without risking pregnancy.
Gestinol contraceptive should not be used by people allergic to any of the ingredients of the formula and should not be used by pregnant or lactating women.
In addition, it is contraindicated in women with a history of deep vein thrombosis, thromboembolism, coronary or cerebral arterial artery disease, hereditary or acquired thrombogenic valvulopathy, headache with fetal neurological symptoms, diabetes with vascular impairment, high blood pressure, unused breast or liver cancer, unused vaginal bleeding and pancreatitis associated with severe hypertriglycence.
The most common side effects that can occur when taking the contraceptive Gestinol 28 are headaches, including headache, bleeding, vaginitis, mood swings and sexual appetite, nervousness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, acne, pain , tenderness, breasts and enlargement. discharge, menstrual cramps, bloating due to water retention, and changes in body weight.
One of the most common side effects caused by this contraceptive is the change in body weight, so some people are likely to gain weight during treatment, however, weight loss can also occur in some people or if they do not experience any variation.