Mercilon

Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, the active ingredients in Mercilon, are a combined oral contraceptive presented as 150 µg/20 µg tablets for oral use. It prevents pregnancy in women of reproductive age.

GNH USA supplies Mercilon as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Mercilon is a combined hormonal contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy and manage hormone‑related menstrual conditions. - Prevention of pregnancy: provides reliable contraception by inhibiting ovulation and altering cervical mucus. - Menstrual cycle regulation: helps achieve more predictable bleeding patterns. - Management of hormonal menstrual disorders: can reduce heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding.

Common Side Effects: - Nausea: mild stomach upset, often transient. - Headache: tension‑type or migraine‑like pain. - Breast tenderness: discomfort or swelling of breast tissue. - Spotting or irregular bleeding: occasional breakthrough bleeding.

Serious or Rare Side Effects: - Venous thromboembolism: deep‑vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. - Arterial thrombosis: stroke or myocardial infarction. - Severe hypertension: sudden increase in blood pressure. - Allergic reactions: rash, itching, or anaphylaxis.

Before prescribing Mercilon, evaluate individual risk factors and contraindications. - Assess thrombotic risk: review personal and family history of clotting disorders. - Monitor blood pressure: ensure hypertension is controlled before use. - Screen for liver disease: avoid in active liver dysfunction. - Counsel on smoking: advise cessation, especially in women over 35. - Store at ambient temperature: keep below 25 °C, retain original packaging, protect from moisture.

Mercilon may interact with several medicines that affect hormone metabolism. Major Interactions (Avoid): - Enzyme‑inducing antiepileptics (e.g., carbamazepine): reduce contraceptive efficacy. - Rifampicin and other strong inducers: lower plasma hormone levels. - Certain antiretrovirals (e.g., protease inhibitors): may alter hormone metabolism. Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely): - Antifungal agents (e.g., ketoconazole): may increase hormone concentrations. - St. John’s wort: can diminish contraceptive effect. - Diuretics: may affect fluid balance and blood pressure.