This medication is a hormone-based contraceptive. Typically, it is used to prevent pregnancy.
Mirvala (Desogestrel / Ethinyl Estradiol)
- Lactose monohydrate, Corn Starch, Povidone K-30, Alpha-Tocopherol, Anhydrous colloidal, silica, Stearic acid, Hypromellose 2910, Triacetin, Polysorbate, Titanium Dioxide
- It is important to tell the health professionals you consult: if you have a history of any other medical condition, whether you smoke and for women, if you are or want to become pregnant or breastfeeding; if you have allergies to any medications or any other allergies (e.g. to food, latex, etc.); all medications you are taking, prescription and non-prescription, including vitamins and natural products and supplements.
- it could cause water retention and swelling; it may cause your breasts to feel swollen and tender; it may affect your appetite; it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting; it may make your skin more sensitive to the sun or sun lamps -- wear sunscreen and avoid exposure to sunlight as much as possible.
