Regulon contains 30 mcg and 150 mcg , as well as auxiliary components: magnesium stearate (Magnesium stearate), α-tocopherol (Alpha-tocopheryl acetate), colloidal silicon dioxide (Silicon dioxide colloidal), stearic acid (Stearic acid), povidone (Povidone), potato starch (Solani amylum) , lactose monohydrate.

The film shell is made using macrogol 6000 (Macrogol 6000), propylene glycol (Propylene glycol), hypromellose (Hypromellose).

Release form

Regulon is supplied to pharmacies in the form of film-coated tablets. The tablets are packaged in 21 pieces in blisters, 1 or 3 blisters in one cardboard package.

pharmachologic effect

The drug belongs to the group combined monophasic oral . Pharmacological action of Regulon - contraceptive , estrogen-progestogen .

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

According to the annotation, the mechanism of action of the drug is based on the ability of its active substances suppress the synthesis of gonadotropins by the pituitary gland (in particular, luteinizing And follicle-stimulating hormones ).

It makes it difficult ovulation , helps increase the density of cervical mucus and, as a result, prevents penetration spermatozoa in internal space of the uterine body .

Ethinyl estradiol is a synthetic analogue that begins to be produced in a woman’s body, starting from the first menstruation.

Desogestrel has a pronounced progestational And antiestrogenic effect , similar to the one that has endogenous . The substance is characterized by weak anabolic and androgenic activity .

During the period of taking Regulon tablets in a woman (in the case of initial menorrhagia ) significantly reduces blood loss during menstruation and improves the condition of the skin (especially if there is acne vulgaris ).

AND desogestrel , And ethinylestradiol and are quickly and almost completely absorbed from the digestive tract. Desogestrel At once metabolized with education in biology active - 3-keto-desogestrel .

Plasma concentration reaches its maximum:

• after 1.5 hours - for desogestrel (plasma concentration indicator - 2 ng in 1 ml);
• after 1-2 hours - for ethinyl estradiol (plasma concentration indicator - 80 pg in 1 ml).

Bioavailability indicator:

• For desogestrel — from 62 to 81%;
• For ethinyl estradiol - about 60% (this is due to presystemic conjugation and the effect of the first passage of the substance through the liver barrier).

Half-life:

• For 3-keto-desogestrel — 30 ​​hours ( products excreted in urine and intestinal contents in a ratio of 4:6);
• For ethinyl estradiol - 24% (approximately 40% of the substance and its metabolites are excreted in the urine, the remaining approximately 60% in the intestinal contents).

Indications for use

The annotation for Regulon states that the main purpose of the drug is to protect against unwanted complications.

However, research confirms that in addition to contraceptive effect , Regulon is also characterized by the presence of a therapeutic effect. So, to the question “tablets - what are they for?” the instructions for the drug indicate that the use of Regulon is advisable when dysfunctional uterine bleeding , premenstrual syndrome , dysmenorrhea etc..

The drug effectively relieves periodic aching pain in the lower abdomen, helps reduce the pain and profuseness of menstrual bleeding, dyspaurenia , eliminates minor dark-colored discharge from the genital tract during the perimenstrual period, as well as soreness of the mammary glands.

It is often prescribed to increase the effectiveness of prescribed therapy. When the drug is prescribed to stop growth (this is advisable if the diameter of the latter does not exceed 2 cm). In addition, Regulon promotes resorption ovarian retention cysts .

After 40 years, when a woman, as a rule, has already decided on family planning and having the required number of children, Regulon allows you to prevent abortion and its adverse consequences (according to statistics, most pregnancies at this age end in induced abortion).

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of Regulon are:

• intolerance to any component of the drug;
• serious liver disease ;
• functional (benign) hyperbilirubinemia (including rare hereditary pigmentary hepatoses);
• indicated in the anamnesis jaundice in pregnancy ;
• family forms hyperlipidemia ;
• indicated in the anamnesis liver tumors ;
• moderate to severe arterial hypertension ;
• indicated in the anamnesis or, the presence of pronounced and/or multiple risk factors for their development, as well as the presence in the anamnesis of information that the woman had harbingers of thrombosis ;
• Type II ;
• vaginal bleeding of unknown origin ;
• discovered estrogen-dependent tumors or suspicion of them;
• severe forms (with angiopathy );
• pregnancy diabetes ;
• disruption of the hemocoagulation system ;
• strong , otospongiosis (or their progression) associated with a previous pregnancy or use glucocorticosteroids .

Side effects of Regulon

The most dangerous side effects of Regulon, which require discontinuation of the drug, include:

• arterial hypertension ;
• thromboembolism of veins and arteries (including formation of blood clots in deep veins , etc.);
• thromboembolism of veins and arteries of the liver and kidneys , and thromboembolism of retial and/or mesenteric veins and arteries (very rarely);
• hearing loss caused by otospongiosis ;
• porphyrin disease ;
• hemolytic-uremic syndrome ;
• exacerbation of the course reactive systemic lupus erythematosus (in rare cases);
• disappearing after discontinuation of the drug rheumatic chorea (in extremely rare cases).

Less serious side effects of the drug include:

• not related to menstruation acyclic bleeding , as well as the appearance bloody vaginal discharge ;
• observed after discontinuation of the drug;
• changes in the condition of cervical (vaginal) mucus;
• increase, tension and breast tenderness ;
• emergence inflammatory processes in the vagina ;
• galactorrhea ;
• nausea;
• vomit;
• development or exacerbation of pruritus and/or jaundice associated with cholestasis ;
• Crohn's disease (granulomatous enteritis);
• cholelithiasis ;
• erythema nodosum or exudative ;
• the appearance of skin rashes;
• chloasma ;
• mood swings;
• depression ;
• increased sensitivity of the cornea of ​​the eye ;
• decreased tolerance (tolerance) to carbohydrates;
• weight gain;
• accumulation of fluid in the body;

Regulon birth control pills: instructions for use

How to take Regulon correctly?

Start taking pills from day 1 menstrual cycle , one per day, at the same time of day, for 3 weeks (21 days). After the last tablet is taken, it is necessary to maintain a seven-day interval, during which bleeding similar to menstrual bleeding should occur.

On the 8th day after the last tablet was taken (4 weeks after starting the drug, on the same day of the week), even if the bleeding has not stopped, taking the tablets is resumed from the next blister.

According to the scheme described above, the tablets are taken as long as the need for. If a woman takes pills, following all the rules and recommendations specified in the instructions for Regulon, contraceptive effect also persists during the seven-day interval.

First pill intake

The first tablet of the drug is taken on day 1 of the cycle. In this case, there is no need to use additional methods of contraception. If you start taking it between 2 and 5 days of the cycle, then during the first 7 days of the first cycle of using Regulon you should resort to using barrier contraceptives .

If after the start menstrual bleeding more than 5 days have passed, it is advisable to start taking the drug in the next cycle.

How to drink Regulon after childbirth?

If a woman is not breastfeeding, she can start taking pills 21 days after birth (after prior consultation with her gynecologist). In such a situation, there is no need to use additional contraception.

If sexual intercourse took place after childbirth, it is recommended to postpone the start of taking Regulon until the next cycle.

If the drug is started later than 3 weeks after birth, additional methods of contraception should be used in the first 7 days of the first cycle of use.

Taking pills after an abortion

If there are no contraindications, tablets can be taken from 1 day after, without supplementing them with other contraceptives.

Regulon is also often prescribed after curettage.

The advisability of prescribing pills after abortion/curettage (in particular, after frozen pregnancy ) due to the need restore normal ovarian function and prevent the development of inflammatory complications, which, according to statistics, are observed in approximately every third woman who has had a repeat abortion.

The optimal means are considered to be drugs that include highly active gestagenic substance , which has no side effects, and, in particular, Regulon tablets produced by Gedeon Richter.

Taking the drug allows you to compensate for the caused deficiency progesterone and the development of related proliferative processes in the reproductive system (including tec tissue hyperplasia , fibroids , hyperplasia , hyperthecosis , etc.).

Switching to Regulon from other hormonal drugs

When switching to the drug from another contraceptive, the first tablet should be taken the next day after completing the 28-day package (21 days of use + 7 days of break). There is no need to use additional contraception.

When switching to Regulon s, the first tablet is taken on day 1 of the cycle, without supplementing the intake with other methods of contraception.

If no menstrual bleeding occurs during the period of taking the mini-pill, you can start taking Regulon on any day of the cycle, but only after pregnancy has been ruled out.

In the first 7 days of the first cycle of administration, there is a need for additional protective measures, for which they usually use a condom, a cap with spermicidal gel, or abstain from sexual intercourse. The calendar method of contraception in this case is ineffective.

Delay of menstruation

When to defer menstruation , continue to take the pills without taking a break for 7 days. When deferred menstrual bleeding Breakthrough bleeding or spotting may occur, which, however, does not reduce the contraceptive effect of the drug.

Regular intake of tablets is restored after a 7-day interval.

How to take Regulon if you miss a pill?

If no more than 12 hours have passed since missing a pill, the forgotten pill is taken immediately after being remembered. Further reception continues according to the usual scheme.

If the interval between doses is more than 12 hours, the reliability of the drug in a given cycle cannot be considered one hundred percent. Therefore, you should use additional contraception until your next cycle.

If you miss 1 tablet in the first 7-14 days of the cycle, you should take 2 tablets at once the next day, after which the reception is continued according to the usual regimen using additional contraceptives until the end of the cycle.

If a tablet was missed between 14 and 21 days, regular use is continued by taking the forgotten tablet and without taking a 7-day break.

Missing a dose increases your risk ovulation and/or the appearance of bloody vaginal discharge . This is due to the fact that the drug contains a minimum dose and requires the use of additional contraceptives.

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of Regulon are:

• nausea;
• vomit;
• pronounced headache ;
• convulsions calf muscles;
• Vaginal bleeding not associated with menstruation.

Since the drug does not have a specific effect, symptomatic therapy is used to relieve the symptoms of an overdose. First aid after taking a high dose of Regulon is gastric lavage (it is recommended to do this in the first two to three hours after taking the pills).

Interaction

The effectiveness of oral contraceptives is reduced in combination with drugs that induce liver: hydantoin, , barbiturates , oxcarbazepine , felbamate , primidone , preparations of St. John's wort , griseowulfine .

In addition, when used in combination with Regulon, these drugs increase the likelihood of breakthrough bleeding.

The level of induction reaches its maximum no earlier than 2-3 weeks later, but can persist up to 4 weeks after discontinuation of the drug.

Menstrual irregularities and a decrease in the contraceptive effect may be observed when used simultaneously with:

• antibiotics (especially with and);
• barbiturates ;
• some antispasmodics ;
• laxatives ;
• antidepressants .

In cases where taking the above medications is necessary, it is recommended to protect yourself using barrier contraceptives (during the entire treatment period, as well as for an additional 7-28 days, depending on which medicine was prescribed).

If necessary, use anticoagulants During the period of taking Regulon, it is necessary to carry out additional prothrombin time monitoring . In some situations, adjustment of the dosage regimen may be necessary. anticoagulant .

Due to the increased likelihood of complications, Regulon should not be combined with hepatotoxic agents .

While taking oral contraceptives, you may:

• decreased tolerance to carbohydrates;
• increasing need for oral antidiabetic drugs and .

Terms of sale

On prescription.

Storage conditions

The optimal temperature for storing Regulon is from 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Keep away from children.

Best before date

36 months.

special instructions

If taking Regulon is accompanied by a deterioration in liver test results, it is recommended to immediately stop taking the pills.

In the first few months of taking the drug, there may be acyclic intermenstrual bleeding , which are not grounds for stopping the pills. However, if they continue for three months or more, it is necessary to undergo a detailed examination.

Since in women who smoke, taking Regulon is accompanied by an increased risk thromboembolic complications , they are encouraged to decide on quitting smoking.

If menstruation after Regulon does not occur in the second cycle, the possibility of pregnancy should be excluded.

The teratogenic effect of Regulon has not been proven. For this reason, if pregnancy occurs while taking the pills, there is no need to interrupt it.

How long can you take Regulon?

During the period of taking Regulon tablets, changes occur in a woman’s body that are characteristic of the first weeks pregnancy . A woman who already has children experiences the same processes in her reproductive system that would occur if she gave birth and nursed several children.

It is well known that having a large number of children is the most effective method of protection against oncological diseases of the reproductive system and mammary glands .

Thus, long-term use of Regulon enhances the therapeutic effect of the drug. Taking pills is allowed until the woman is faced with the question of planning a child.

Regulon and menstruation

Usually, menstrual bleeding when taking Regulon it becomes more scarce. However, it also happens that a woman may develop an addiction to the drug, which most often manifests itself in the form of spotting.

Stopping taking pills is usually accompanied by increased work ovaries . Therefore, one of the consequences of canceling Regulon may be very heavy menstrual bleeding .

If there are no periods after discontinuation, this may also be due to failure of ovarian function . As a rule, she and therefore menstrual cycle , are restored a month after stopping Regulon. To determine the level in the body, gynecologists recommend taking the necessary tests a month after stopping the drug.

Regulon and weight: do hormonal pills make you fat?

It is generally accepted that reception hormonal contraceptives can provoke weight gain. However, doctors claim that if you follow all the rules for taking Regulon, as well as your daily routine and nutrition, the pills do not have any effect on a woman’s weight.

Typically, weight gain while taking birth control pills may be due to the fact that they contain desogestrel characterized by the ability to retain fluid in the body (for example, progesterone is the cause of edema during pregnancy).

Is it possible to get pregnant while taking the drug?

When taking Regulon correctly, the likelihood of pregnancy is negligible. The effectiveness of the drug is very close to 100%.

The risk of becoming pregnant is highest during the period of changing the contraceptive, in cases where there were missed pills, violations of the dosing schedule (the pills were taken at different times each time) and also if the effect of the pill was neutralized (for example, by an absorbent).

Silest , Egestrenol , Oralcon , Bonade .

Which is better - Regulon or Novinet?

Regulon and Novinet These are generic drugs. They have the same composition, indications for use and contraindications, but are produced by different companies.

Regulon or Janine - which is better?

Both Regulon and Janine - This low-dose monophasic contraceptives . They have a similar mechanism of action, but differ in composition. Regulon is a combination ethinyl estradiol And desogestrel , and as part of Janine ethinylestradiol supplemented (at the same time the dose progestogenic The component in the Janine dragee is slightly higher than in Regulon).

The most significant difference between the drugs is their price - Regulon is much cheaper than its analogue.

Regulon and alcohol

Alcohol has no effect on changing the pharmacological profile of the drug, however, in a number of diseases it can provoke a worsening of their course: for example, when alcohol is combined with Regulon, it can cause a seizure.

Regulon and pregnancy

It is an absolute contraindication to the use of Regulon. During lactation, you should stop taking the drug or stop breastfeeding.

This is due to the fact that taking pills in the postpartum period provokes a decrease in the amount of milk, impairs lactation and negatively affects the growth of the child.

Pregnancy after Regulon birth control pills

Contraceptive effect Regulon tablets are associated with the ability of the synthetic analogues included in its composition endogenous hormones estradiol And progestogens prevent the release of a mature egg from the follicle .

As contraception The drug can be used for several years. However, many women are concerned about whether this will somehow affect reproductive function and subsequent pregnancy.

Gynecologists answer such questions as follows: if you take the pills correctly (that is, take them according to the regimen described in the instructions and in compliance with all the recommendations of your doctor), then after taking them you can plan a pregnancy. Typically, pregnancy after Regulon occurs after about 6 months of active sexual activity.

For a woman who is planning a child, doctors recommend stopping taking the drug at least three months before conception.

Birth control pills are the most popular, effective and safe method of contraception for women’s health. Today, their beneficial therapeutic effect is being assessed to a greater extent, along with their main function – protection from unplanned pregnancy.

The article will talk about the Hungarian medicine Regulon, the peculiarities of its use, contraindications, as well as some side effects of this drug.

Purpose

Contraception is used orally to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Regulon is often prescribed by specialists for the treatment of many gynecological diseases, as well as for therapeutic purposes, to stabilize the menstrual cycle and hormone balance, stop vaginal bleeding, and compensate for progesterone deficiency.

This medication provides an almost 100% guarantee of protection if the instructions are strictly followed.

Modern doctors often talk about the need to use contraception. There are many ways to avoid unwanted pregnancy. One of them is taking oral contraceptives, which include the drug Regulon.

When should you take Regulon?

First of all, Regulon is designed as a means of contraception. However, it is also taken to treat irregular menstrual cycles. These violations can be caused by various reasons.

Regulon, like most oral contraceptives, has a fairly large list of contraindications. The main condition under which Regulon cannot be taken is the onset of pregnancy and the period of feeding the child with breast milk. In addition, diseases of various body systems are prohibited. For example, high blood pressure, thrombosis, jaundice and other severe liver diseases, epilepsy, and diabetes mellitus. In addition to the listed diseases, migraines, herpes and, of course, allergic reactions to the components of the product may be contraindications.

The instructions for the medicine also list many side effects that may occur when taking Regulon.

1. The digestive system, for example, may react to the drug by causing nausea, vomiting, and in rare cases, liver function may be impaired.
2. Bleeding that occurs between periods, various changes in vaginal discharge and vaginal microflora, a decrease in the level of sexual desire and uncomfortable sensations in the mammary glands are all possible responses of the reproductive system.
3. The use of Regulon can cause unpleasant consequences in the circulatory system. Most often this manifests itself in increased blood pressure. In rare cases, the formation of thrombosis and thromboembolism is possible.
4. The central nervous system may also be affected. In this case, you will feel headaches similar to migraines and depression. Frequent mood swings may also occur. Among the side effects, the instructions also mention weight gain, rash and discomfort while wearing contact lenses.

How to take Regulon correctly?

You need to start drinking Regulon immediately on the day your menstruation begins. If this condition is met, then additional contraception will not be required. You will have to use pills if you start taking oral contraceptives within 5 days of the start of your cycle. The minimum period for using backup contraception will be exactly one week. If you have missed more than 5 days since the beginning of your menstruation, then taking Regulon will have to be postponed until the first day of the next cycle.

The contraceptive administration system is extremely simple. You need to drink one tablet a day.

According to this scheme, the contraceptive must be consumed for 21 days, and then take a break. The break should last one week. During this pause, a menstrual-like reaction occurs. After a week, you need to buy a new package of the medicine and take it according to the same regimen. After the break, you should start taking the medicine even if the bleeding has not stopped yet.

If you were taking other oral contraceptives before Regulon, then the switch must be made starting the next day after the package of the drug you took before runs out.

Regulon may also help delay your period. To do this, you need to start taking the drug from a new package without a break of 7 days.

Additional information about Regulon

Before prescribing Regulon, however, like similar contraceptives, doctors carry out a set of measures. As a rule, this is the collection of information about human diseases and examination of the patient. The need for these measures lies in the possibility that the patient has diseases that can only get worse due to the effects of the contraceptive. The instructions for the drug warn that as soon as you start taking Regulon, bleeding may occur between menstruation. No matter how threatening these manifestations may look, they do not require discontinuation of the drug. However, if bleeding lasts more than 3 months, a more thorough examination becomes necessary.

• Starting to use Regulon requires completely quitting cigarettes (if you smoked before). This is associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism due to nicotine.
• Backup contraception may be needed if vomiting or diarrhea occurs while taking the medication. These processes can reduce the effect of the contraceptive.
• There are cases when a menstrual-like reaction may not occur within 2 months, then it is necessary to consult a doctor in order to exclude pregnancy.
• If for some reason you miss taking a pill, you have 36 hours left. During this time, you need to take it, and then continue to use the drug according to the schedule.
• Despite the fact that if pregnancy occurs while taking Regulon, it is not necessary to interrupt it, if you are planning a child, it is better to stop using the drug 3 months in advance.

Regulon: reviews from doctors and consumers

Regulon birth control pills most often cause positive reviews. Women note that they did not gain weight from the drug or gained a couple of kilograms, but then the weight quickly returned to the original weight. Many people advise not to be afraid of hormonal contraceptives. They note that the main thing is their correct selection. If the selection is carried out correctly, then such drugs can establish regular and painless menstruation.

Rarely, but negative reviews also occur. Women complain about hormonal imbalances and the inability to lose the weight they have gained. Reviews from doctors are quite favorable. Many gynecologists say that they prescribe Regulon to their patients quite often.

How to take Regulon? You need to learn how to use these contraceptive pills correctly and consciously. They are often used by the fairer sex as a contraceptive, since this drug is considered an effective protection against unwanted pregnancy.

At the same time, it regulates some metabolic processes in the female body.

This is a modern contraceptive drug, the medicinal substances in which are desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol. They are in volumes that allow you to achieve a contraceptive effect.

Compared to other medications of this kind, Regulon has the following advantages that make it indispensable for women:

1. If a representative of the fairer sex has heavy menstruation before using the medicine, then after using this medicine the blood loss will be significantly less.
2. If a rash in the form of acne is observed, then after using Regulon the condition of the skin will improve dramatically.
3. The use of the drug regulates lipid metabolism in the blood in such a way that high-density lipoproteins appear in it, which prevent the development of symptoms of atherosclerosis.

Regulon protects a woman from unwanted pregnancy. This happens for the following reasons:

1. Under the influence of the drug, the production of hormones responsible for reproduction (gonadotropins) is interrupted. This leads to blocking the ovulation process.
2. The mucus that is located on the cervix, under the influence of the drug, changes its composition and becomes a serious obstacle that prevents sperm from penetrating into the uterus.
3. In some cases (very rarely), ovulation does occur, but this does not lead to fertilization of the egg, since it is not able to firmly attach to the walls of the uterus due to the thinning of the endometrium under the influence of the drug.

How is this drug taken?

A box of Regulon tablets contains 21 tablets, so you can start taking the medicine by taking any of them.

The drug is used according to the following scheme: the woman should take the first tablet on the 1st day of the cycle. On the following days (it is not recommended to skip, otherwise the contraceptive effect may not work), you should take the pills at the same time as on the first day.

After a woman has used all 21 tablets, she must take a break for 7 days. During this period bleeding should begin. Reception should be continued on the eighth day, opening a new Regulon after the break. This is done in any case, regardless of the beginning and end of menstruation.

If everything is done according to the instructions given above, the contraceptive effect of the drug will appear from the first day. If the use of pills began from the 2nd to the 5th day of the menstrual cycle, then the woman will need to take additional protection for a whole week. If the patient starts using Regulon after the fifth day, it will not bring any effect.

How long can you take Regulon? It can be used as long as contraception is needed. There are no other time restrictions.

If a woman’s doctor recommended using Regulon after an abortion (curettage), then she can start on the day of these manipulations.

If a woman has recently given birth, she can use this contraceptive as early as 21 days after birth. But this can only be done in cases where a young mother cannot (or does not want) to breastfeed her child.

If she starts using Regulon later than the specified period, then additional precautions will need to be taken.

What to do if a woman misses taking a pill?

As mentioned above, the contraceptive Regulon must be taken without skipping days at the same time. Only then will it have the effect indicated in the instructions on the body. What to do if for some reason the patient was unable to take the next pill on time?

If no more than 12 hours have passed since the last use of this medicine, then the drug is taken according to the basic scheme, and there is no need for additional protection.

If more than 12 hours have passed, then you must act according to these recommendations. The next day after skipping, a woman should take 2 tablets, and then a day later switch to taking 1 tablet per day.

But at the same time you will need to take additional protection for 7-14 days. After this period, the patient should take the pill that she missed and continue taking it according to the instructions until the package runs out. It is recommended to take other contraceptive measures.

In this case, there is no need to take a break of a week between packages - start using the next portion of the drug.

Many women ask whether it is possible to switch to Regulon if they have previously used another drug. To do this, do this: if the previous medicine in the pack had 28 tablets, then immediately after they are finished, you can use Regulon according to the instructions. If the package of the previous medicine contained 21 tablets, then use of Regulon begins exactly one week after the end of the course of the previous medicine.

If a woman has taken medications containing progesterone, then it is recommended to take Regulon after them on the first day of the menstrual cycle if there is menstruation.

But if it is not there, then a woman can use Regulon any day, but pregnancy should be excluded.

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Regulon birth control pills are an effective means of contraception: the combination of ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel suppresses the synthesis of follicle-stimulating and luteinizing hormones. Synthetic hormones have an effect aimed not only at suppressing ovulation, but also at changing the composition of cervical mucus, which makes it difficult for sperm to penetrate the cervical canal and uterus.

In addition to the contraceptive effect, Regulon has a therapeutic property: some hormone-dependent diseases resolve themselves after correction of hormonal levels in 70% of cases.

In what cases is Regulon prescribed?

Instructions for use indicate the rationality of using a drug with estrogen-progestogen action to prevent unwanted pregnancy. In gynecological practice, Regulon is also used to correct hormonal levels, the menstrual cycle and the treatment of diseases such as:

1. uterine fibroids;
2. dysmenorrhea;
3. endometriosis;
4. adenomyosis;
5. cysts in the ovaries and mammary glands.

Regulon is also indicated for functional uterine bleeding and progesterone deficiency after artificial termination of pregnancy.

Regulon allows you to reduce the severity of premenstrual syndrome, pain in the mammary glands, lower abdomen and lumbar region, reduce the volume of menstrual flow, and cleanse the skin of acne.

Regulon provides almost 100% contraceptive effect if used correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Skipping a contraceptive requires immediate administration of an additional dose of the drug or the use of local contraceptives. The effect of a combined monophasic drug depends on the route of administration and the reason for which it was prescribed.

The adaptation period when using Regulon lasts on average about 3 months. At this time, a change in hormonal levels is observed, which can manifest itself in the form of intermenstrual bleeding. They are not a reason to discontinue the drug. After this period, the hormonal background is harmonized, and further use of synthetic hormones does not cause concern. However, in case of prolonged abnormal vaginal discharge, consultation with a gynecologist is mandatory.

The absence of menstruation after completing a course of taking the pills is also a cause of concern. Your period may come later. Amenorrhea may indicate pregnancy if there have been cases of violation of the drug regimen.

Mode of application

To ensure a reliable contraceptive effect, Regulon must be taken from the beginning of the menstrual cycle, that is, from the first day of the appearance of menstrual flow. A delay of up to 5 days is acceptable. In the first 7 days, barrier methods of protection (condoms) are required. It should be noted that the calendar method of preventing pregnancy is unreliable: the risk of becoming pregnant is quite high.

Regulon is drunk over a 21-day period, followed by a break of 7 days. During the seven-day break, menstruation should occur (usually 2-3 days after discontinuation of the drug). Bloody discharge indicates the end of the contraceptive effect. Despite breakthrough bleeding, the contraceptive effect lasts until the 28th day of the menstrual cycle. On day 29, Regulon is taken from a new package.

Reception features

The contraceptive and therapeutic effect of Regulon depends on the regimen and duration of administration:

1. If a woman previously took systemic hormonal drugs, then when switching to Regulon, the contraceptive continues to be taken according to the schedule (21 days of use plus a week break). This rule applies to combined monophasic drugs. In the absence of Regulon omissions, a sufficient contraceptive effect is maintained. In this case, additional protective measures in the form of local contraception will not be required.
2. The combined drug is taken on any day of the cycle without fear of becoming pregnant, if when changing it the delay in taking it does not exceed one day. Scanty periods or their absence in the first month after taking Regulon is a normal physiological reaction of the body to changes in hormonal levels. If there are no periods for a long period (more than 2 months), you need to make sure that there is no pregnancy.
3. If, then there is no reason for serious concern: there is currently no data on the negative impact of the contraceptive on the developing fetus. However, you must inform your doctor about this circumstance if you want to continue the pregnancy.
4. If it is necessary to delay menstruation, Regulon is taken without a 7-day break, but not more than 3 months in a row, to prevent side effects. The same recommendations are followed in cases where the regimen for taking Regulon has been violated. Questions about how much tablets you can take and what the likely consequences after stopping Regulon are discussed with your doctor.
5. After an abortion, curettage of the uterus as a result of a frozen fetus, a contraceptive is started on the day of the manipulations to prevent a new pregnancy and restore altered hormonal levels and the function of the reproductive system. Regulon birth control pills help restore the wound surface, prevent inflammatory processes and other unpleasant consequences due to the anabolic effect of hormones. Therefore, the drug is often prescribed for endometriosis, for the resorption of cysts. How many days it is necessary to take hormones, and according to what regimen, is decided by the attending physician individually, depending on the identified pathology.
6. After delivery, the medicine can be taken no earlier than 3 weeks, provided there is no breastfeeding. If the recommended period is exceeded, additional protective measures must be used.
7. Missing a pill for more than 12 hours requires adjustment of the dosage regimen. After 24 hours from the moment you missed the pill, you should take a double dose as soon as possible, and then switch to your usual regimen. This recommendation is acceptable for the first and second weeks of the menstrual cycle. If a pill was missed in the third week, further use of the contraceptive is continued without a 7-day break. Otherwise, additional protective measures will be required to prevent pregnancy.
8. Normally, menstruation occurs 1-3 days after discontinuation. If menstruation began a little later after Regulon, this is also considered a sign of normality. The absence of menstrual flow for a long time or, on the contrary, heavy periods, are exciting circumstances that require additional consultation with a gynecologist in order to avoid dangerous consequences. A delay after discontinuation of Regulon may indicate hormonal imbalance, inflammatory processes in the reproductive organs, and oncology.

Contraindications for use

Taking synthetic analogues of sex hormones is a serious intervention in a woman’s body, causing a change in the natural hormonal levels. The use of a hormonal drug should be preceded by a consultation with a gynecologist (endocrinologist) and the necessary tests to determine the level of hormones in the blood.

There are situations when taking synthetic hormones is contraindicated:

• pregnancy;
• lactation period;
• postpartum period (at least 3 weeks);
• exacerbation of endocrine diseases (diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism and others);
• severe heart, liver and kidney diseases;
• tendency to form blood clots (hereditary factor);
• uterine bleeding of unknown etiology;
• individual hypersensitivity of the body to taking synthetic hormones;
• severe allergic reaction;
• hormone-dependent neoplasms;
• mental illness.

Not all of the reasons listed are an absolute contraindication to the use of hormones. Once the provoking factors are eliminated and additional examination is performed, the woman can continue to take a hormonal drug.

Side effects

In the absence of contraindications to the use of synthetic hormones, unpleasant consequences are rare. Mostly, complications arise in the presence of systemic diseases, as a result of uncontrolled use of pills, or exceeding the recommended dose.

The most common side effects include:

• increased blood pressure;
• risk of heart attack, stroke;
• thrombus formation in veins and arteries;
• partial loss of hearing and vision;
• motor activity disorder (acute chorea);
• breakthrough uterine bleeding;
• vaginal with blood;
• absence of menstruation for several months;
• uncontrolled increase in appetite and body weight;
• violation of lipid metabolism (outflow of bile);
• spontaneous discharge of milk-like fluid from the mammary glands;
• soreness, engorgement of the mammary glands;
• change in the microbial landscape of the vagina (activation of fungi);
• damage to the gastrointestinal tract, including dyspepsia;
• hyperpigmentation of the skin due to increased pigment production;
• allergic rashes, wandering erythema;
• swelling of the face, upper and lower extremities;
• psycho-emotional instability (aggression, depression).

Hormonal contraception in the form of systemic drugs has proven its effectiveness for decades. A pronounced contraceptive and therapeutic effect is observed in the case of rational use of hormones and the absence of contraindications. Preliminary diagnosis of the body, consultation with a gynecologist and compliance with his recommendations prevent the risk of possible complications.