Medication info

Sescon Season Tablet

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Levonorgestrel›0.15mg / 1 tabletEthinyl Estradiol›0.03mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
지엘파마(주)
Appearance
Levonorgestrel/Etinyl Estradiol 0.15/0.03mg: Pink, biconvex, round, film-coated tablet Placebo tablet: White, biconvex, round, film-coated tablet
Packaging
91 tablets/box [28 tablets/PTP x 2, 35 tablets/PTP]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202300782 · Approved 2023.03.07

Summary

Main use
Pregnancy prevention effect
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
This medication is taken as one tablet daily for 91 days following the indicated order, preferably at the same time each day. If starting for the first time and no hormonal contraceptive was used last month, begin taking on the first Sunday after the onset of menstruation, taking one pink tablet daily for 84 consecutive days, followed by one white tablet for 7 consecutive days. For combined hormonal contraceptives, vaginal rings, or transdermal patches

Ingredients

Manufacturer
지엘파마(주)

Efficacy & effects

Pregnancy prevention effect

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This medication is used to prevent pregnancy.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is taken as one tablet daily for 91 days following the indicated order, preferably at the same time each day. If starting for the first time and no hormonal contraceptive was used last month, begin taking on the first Sunday after the onset of menstruation, taking one pink tablet daily for 84 consecutive days, followed by one white tablet for 7 consecutive days. For combined hormonal contraceptives, vaginal rings, or transdermal patches

Precautions

This medicine is an oral contraceptive, and the risk of cardiovascular side effects significantly increases for women who smoke, especially those over 35 years old, so smoking should be avoided. This medication should not be administered to patients with a history of estrogen-dependent tumors or thromboembolic disorders, severe hypertension, severe liver impairment, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Women over 40 years old or those with a history of epilepsy, depression, heart, and liver diseases should use it with caution. During the use of this medication, adverse reactions such as headaches, excessive menstruation, nausea, weight gain, and mood changes may occur, and if symptoms are severe or persistent, a consultation with a doctor is necessary. If symptoms related to thrombosis, such as leg swelling, sudden shortness of breath, or chest pain occur, immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication may interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform the medical staff of any other medications being taken, and additional contraceptive methods may need to be used when taken with certain medications. Avoid use if pregnant or possibly pregnant, and discontinue use immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Women who are breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication as it may affect the baby through breast milk. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and withdrawal bleeding may occur, and there is no specific antidote, so treatment should be provided according to the symptoms. This medication requires regular check-ups for blood pressure, breast, and cervical health, and if there are unusual symptoms, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is necessary. Store out of reach of children, and keep in the original container to prevent misuse or deterioration of quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Thromboembolic venous disease, pulmonary embolism, cholecystitis, cardiovascular side effects (thrombosis, etc.), myocardial infarction, cerebrovascular accident, vascular occlusion, stroke, deep vein thrombosis, venous or arterial thromboembolism, severe edema, anaphylaxis (including urticaria, angioedema, respiratory and circulatory symptoms), jaundice, liver tumors, liver adenoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, acute abdomen, sudden severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • excessive menstruation
  • nausea
  • dysmenorrhea
  • acne
  • migraine
  • breast tenderness
  • weight gain
  • depression
  • mood changes
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  • increased appetite
  • intermenstrual bleeding
  • changes in menstrual volume
  • amenorrhea
  • changes in vaginal discharge
  • increase in the size of uterine fibroids
  • cervical erosion
  • vaginal candidiasis
  • vaginitis
  • premenstrual syndrome
  • menstrual cramps
  • breast tension and enlargement
  • benign breast disease
  • abdominal distension
  • abdominal cramps
  • gastrointestinal disturbances
  • abnormal bile secretion
  • non-jaundiced hepatitis
  • chronic inflammation

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a special container that protects it from light and air, maintaining a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius room temperature. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Levonorgestrel/Etinyl Estradiol 0.15/0.03mg: Pink, biconvex, round, film-coated tablet Placebo tablet: White, biconvex, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

91 tablets/box [28 tablets/PTP x 2, 35 tablets/PTP]

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