Baracon Tablet
Desogestrel 0.15mg · Ethinyl Estradiol 0.02mg
Tablet · OTC medication · Combination
Ildong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
MFDS item code 201907826 · Notified 2019.11.08
This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2024.05.21. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.
Pregnancy prevention effect
This medication is used to prevent pregnancy.
The tablet should be taken approximately at the same time daily, with water, and in the order indicated on the packaging. Take 1 tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break before starting a new pack. Initiation of use should be on the first day of the natural cycle (the first day of menstruation), and it can start on days 2-5; however, a barrier contraceptive method should be used for the first 7 days. If a dose is missed, take one tablet as soon as remembered within 12 hours.
This drug can significantly increase the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially thrombosis, in women who smoke. It is particularly dangerous for women over the age of 35 to take this medication while smoking; therefore, they must avoid smoking, and women aged 35 or older should not take this medication. This medication is contraindicated for individuals with certain health conditions. For example, those with a history of thrombosis or cardiovascular disease, severe liver disease or liver tumors, women who are pregnant or suspect they might be pregnant, and those with certain blood coagulation disorders should not take this medication. Additionally, this medication should be used with caution in individuals who are overweight or have cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, migraines, diabetes, or heart disease. When taking this medication, one should be alert to symptoms of cardiovascular issues such as thrombosis, stroke, or myocardial infarction, and individuals should immediately consult medical professionals if sudden leg pain or swelling, severe headaches, visual disturbances, or speech difficulties occur. During the first few months of taking this medication, irregular bleeding may occur; however, it is important to consult with a physician if it persists or is severe. This medication can interact with other medications; specifically, the contraceptive effect may be reduced when taken with drugs that affect drug metabolism in the liver. Therefore, it is necessary to inform healthcare providers of any other medications currently being taken. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication and should discontinue its use immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. In cases of overdose, nausea or vomiting may occur, and in young girls, mild vaginal bleeding may be observed, but no serious side effects have been reported. Before taking this medication, it is essential to consult a physician to evaluate individual health status and risk factors, and to undergo regular check-ups and monitoring for safety.
Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice of the skin or eyes, profound lethargy, sudden severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, drastically reduced urine output.
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air ingress, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.
White round film-coated tablets
21 tablets/box [21 tablets/PTP*1]
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Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.
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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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