What is Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone) used for?

Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone) is a type of hormonal birth control pill taken by women to help prevent pregnancy. This medication contains two active ingredients, ethinylestradiol and drospirenone, both of which are synthetic versions of estrogen and progesterone. This medication can help to prevent pregnancy by making the body think that ovulation has already occurred, thereby preventing an egg from being released by the ovaries. It also can make it difficult for sperm to reach an egg by increasing the thickness of natural mucus in the body.

How should I use Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone)?

Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone) comes in a calendar pack, so as to help you take it on the correct day. It is usually taken once per day, for 21 days, and then a 7 day break is taken, after which you start taking it again. Your physician may tell you to start taking it on the first day of your menstrual cycle, in order for it to be most effective. Follow all the instructions provided to you by your physician.

What are the side effects of Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone)?

Some side effects of Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone) include:

• Vomiting, nausea
• Tenderness of the breasts or enlarged breasts
• Changes in menstrual bleeding
• Vaginal thrush
• Decreased sexual desire

If any side effects occur, you should report them to your physician.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Crisanta (Ethinylestradiol IP/Drospirenone). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.