Maibora Tablet

Adult dosage

Take 1 tablet daily for 21 days in the indicated order, followed by a 7-day break. It is preferable to take it at the same time every day if possible. When menstruation occurs, resume taking the new pack after a 7-day break. - For first-time users: Start on the first day of menstruation, or at the latest, within 5 days after the start of menstruation. - If switching from another contraceptive: Use the last tablet from the previous contraceptive.

This medication can significantly increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects in women who smoke, especially those over the age of 35, and smokers in this age group should refrain from taking this medication. This medication should not be given to patients with a history of estrogen-dependent tumors, thrombosis, cardiovascular disease, and those with liver disease or hypertension, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Women over 40, or those with a family history of epilepsy, depression, heart and kidney disease, or hyperlipidemia should use this medication cautiously, and regular check-ups and monitoring are necessary while taking it. Taking this medication can cause various adverse reactions such as headaches, nausea, weight change, breast pain, and skin rash. In serious cases, the risk of thromboembolism, stroke, and myocardial infarction may increase. As a contraceptive pill, this medication increases the risk of thrombosis, so it is recommended to discontinue use before and after surgery, or during long periods of restricted mobility, or immediately after childbirth. Although bleeding may occur during use, it is usually temporary; if the bleeding persists or is severe, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. If there is no expected bleeding, pregnancy should also be considered. This medication can interact with other drugs, which may reduce its contraceptive effectiveness, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals about any medications being taken. It should be discontinued during pregnancy, and it is advisable for breastfeeding women not to use this medication. In case of overdose, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and dizziness, but there is no specific antidote, and treatment will depend on the symptoms. This medication can affect blood tests or liver function tests, so caution is needed in interpreting test results. Store this medication out of the reach of children and avoid transferring it to another container for safety. This medication should be used cautiously in women at high risk for cardiovascular disease, and it is essential to consult a specialist before taking it to adequately consider individual health conditions.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), thrombophlebitis, thromboembolism, arterial thromboembolism, stroke, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral thrombosis, myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, increased blood pressure, hypertension, anaphylaxis/anaphylactoid reaction, severe allergic reaction, severe skin adverse reactions, respiratory distress, asthma attacks, cough and fever associated respiratory problems, jaundice, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, loss of consciousness.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• abdominal pain
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• weight gain
• fluid retention
• weight loss
• headache
• migraine
• depression

Drug interactions

This medication can interact with direct-acting antiviral agents for hepatitis C, phenytoin, barbiturates, primidone, carbamazepine, rifampicin, lupinavir, aprepitant, bosentan, efavirenz, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate, griseofulvin, St. John's wort, beta-blockers (such as metoprolol), benzodiazepines, cyclosporine, ritonavir, modafinil, flunarizine, atorvastatin, and rosuvastatin.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with grapefruit juice.

This medication should be stored in an airtight container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

21 tablets/PTP