Ovral L (Generic Alesse)

Description

What is Ovral L?

Ovral L is a combination pill commonly used as a contraceptive or a birth control medication. Levonorgestrel 0.15 mg and Ethinyl Estradiol 0.03 mg are the active ingredients in this contraceptive pill. In the US this combination of contraceptive pills is sold under the brand name Alesse, Seasonique, and Seasonale, while in the UK it is sold under the brand name Levest, Microgynon, and Rigevidon. The brand Ovral L comes in 21 tablets pack and it is manufactured by Pfizer. You can buy Generic Alesse online at TrueChemists.

What is Levonorgestrel?

Levonorgestrel is a synthetic hormone belonging to the progestin family, this medication works its magic by tricking the body into thinking it’s already pregnant. This type of tablet is an essential active ingredient in various forms of birth control that has empowered countless people around the world to take control of their reproductive health.

This illusion prevents ovulation, the process where an egg is released from the ovaries, effectively putting a halt to a potential pregnancy. It also thickens cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, and thins the lining of the uterus, further hindering a fertilized egg from implanting. Levonorgestrel is one of the most common active ingredients that can be found in various contraceptives,

What is Ethinyl estradiol?

Ethinyl estradiol is also a synthetic form of the female hormone estrogen which is prescribed for preventing pregnancy. It works with a form of progestin in Ovral L it is Levonorgestrel it helps in suppressing ovulation and also prevents the egg for release every month. In women, it is prescribed to establish the uterine lining which manages the potential side effects like irregular bleeding and regulates the menstrual cycle.

Uses of Alesse Generic

• Regulate periods
• Makes it regular
• Makes periods less painful
• Prevents pregnancy
• Decrease the risk of ovarian cysts

How does it work?

Generic Alesse is an oral contraceptive tablet that contains the active ingredient Levonorgestrel and Ethinyl estradiol which is a contraceptive tablet that contains the hormone Levonorgestrel progestin and Ethinyl Estradiol and estrogen. It prevents the fertilization of an egg by thickening the lining in the cervix mucus which makes it harder for sperm to fertilize the egg. Also even if the egg gets fertilized, it makes some changes to the uterus lining which prevents the fertilized egg to attach and grow.

What are the benefits of Alesse?

Ovral L is a generic for Alesse it is an effective tablet to prevent pregnancy when used correctly. It has several benefits

• It makes periods less painful
• Regulates periods
• Makes them regular
• Decrease the risk of ovarian cysts
• It can also help manage endometriosis
• Alesse generic can reduce symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

How to use it?

• Take one tablet with one glass of water.
• Drink one glass of water
• Do not chew or crush
• Take it at the same time daily.

Side effects

Some of the common side effects are

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Weight change
• Weight gain

Less common rare side effects are

• Blood clots
• Heart attack
• Strokes

These rare side effects are common in women who are over 35 years of age. It is important to quit smoking and alcohol when started taking this medication.

Precautions to take when prescribed Alesse

Before starting this medication, tell your doctor about any other medications you’re taking and your medical history. Certain health conditions can increase your risk of side effects. For example, if you’ve ever had a blood clot, certain cancers, or unexplained vaginal bleeding you should share about it with your doctor. Hormonal birth control can cause serious effects.

Drug Interactions

Ovral L birth control pill can interact with other medications, affecting how well it works or increasing side effects. Medication like below can cause drug interaction

• HIV medication
• Medicines that are used in treating seizures

Does Microgynon, generic Alesse provides safety against STIs

Medications that are used to prevent pregnancy but do not provide protection against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), for protection against STIs you should use physical form of contraception such as condoms.

Missed dosage?

Missed your dosage? take it as soon as possible, and make sure you take it the same daily without missing your dosage. If you miss your dosage it can make medication ineffective.

Overdose?

Overdosage can cause serious side effects, make sure you take one dose at a time. If you started taking your medicine just after breakfast at 9 AM then take it same time daily without missing your dose. If you missed your last it is the next day then take only one dose do not overdose.

Alternatives for Ovral L tablet?

Ovral L is generic and alternative for the following brand which are equivalent and have active ingredients Levonorgestrel 0.15 mg and Ethinyl Estradiol 0.03 mg are

• Alesse
• Seasonique
• Seasonale
• Levest
• Microgynon
• Rigevidon

Where to buy Alesse alternative?

Buy Alesse online at TrueChemists. It is available under the brand name Ovral L by Pfizer.

How to store it?

• Store it in a cool and dry place away from direct heat and light.