Question 1

What is Ovral L Tablet and what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

Ovral L Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.

Question 2

What if I forget to take Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least next 7 days to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor if this persists.

Question 3

How and in what dose should I take Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.

Question 4

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

The use of Ovral L Tablet is not recommended to patients with known allergy to any of its components or excipients. It is not advised to be used by patients with a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes mellitus, migraine headache, liver disease or tumors, uterine bleeding, breast cancer, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism (blood clot).

Question 5

Can Ovral L Tablet be taken by a patient who smokes?

Accepted Answer

Ovral L Tablet should not be taken by a person who smokes. Smoking increases the risk of serious side effects like death from heart attack, blood clots or stroke. The risk increases in patients who are obese or over 35 years of age and people who are heavy smokers. Inform your doctor if you smoke, before taking Ovral L Tablet.

Question 6

What if I miss my regular menstrual periods while taking Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

If you miss your menstrual periods while taking Ovral L Tablet, you may be pregnant. Some women may miss periods or have light periods while taking Ovral L Tablet even if they are not pregnant. Contact your doctor if you think you are pregnant or have missed one or two periods. This may happen in case you are not taking Ovral L Tablet at the same time every day.

Question 7

Can Ovral L Tablet cause bleeding or spotting between the regular menstrual periods?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Ovral L Tablet can cause some unexpected bleeding or spotting, especially during the first three months. Do not stop taking Ovral L Tablet because of this. This bleeding or spotting decreases with time. You may have unexpected bleeding if you do not take the pills regularly. Consult your doctor if the spotting continues for more than seven days or if the bleeding is heavy.

Question 8

What if I vomit after taking Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Ovral L Tablet tablet, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take an another dose as soon as you feel well enough.

Question 9

What are the common side effects of taking Ovral L Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking Ovral L Tablet. Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), acne, depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary. If these persist, consult with your doctor.