Dimia
Instructions for use:
- 1. Composition and form of release
- 2. Pharmacological action
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Method of application and dosage regimen
- 5. Contraindications
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. The use of tablets during pregnancy and lactation
- 9. Special instructions
- 10. Storage conditions
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Dimia is a monophasic oral contraceptive.
Composition and form of release Dimia
Dimia tablets are produced, film-coated.
1 tablet Dimia contains the following active ingredients: 20 μg ethinylestradiol and 3 mg drospirenone. Also, the preparation contains such additional substances: magnesium stearate, pregelatinized corn starch, lactose monohydrate, copolymer of polyvinyl alcohol and macrogol.
The drug is produced in blisters of 28 tablets.
Pharmacological action Dimia
The drug Dimia contains ethinyl estradiol and drospirenone. Drospirenone in its pharmacological action can be compared to natural progesterone. It does not possess antiglucocorticoid, glucocorticoid and estrogenic activity and has a pronounced antiandrogenic and moderate antimineralocorticoid effect.
The contraceptive effect of the drug Dimia is based on its ability to slow down the onset of ovulation, change the endometrium and increase the viscosity of the secretory fluid of the cervix.
According to reviews, Dimia is a very effective contraceptive.
Indications for use of Dimia
The instructions for Dimia indicate that the tablets are indicated for women of childbearing age for oral contraception.
Dimia method of administration and dosage regimen
Dimia tablets must be taken every day at approximately the same time. The tablets are taken in the order indicated on the blister pack, and washed down with a little water. Duration of admission is 28 days, 1 tablet per day. Taking Dimia tablets from the next package must be started the next day after taking the last tablet from the previous package. As a rule, bleeding begins 2-3 days after the start of taking placebo tablets (last row) and does not necessarily end before taking the tablets from the next package.
Contraindications
According to the instructions, Dimia, like other combined contraceptive drugs, is contraindicated in the following cases:
- any conditions preceding thrombosis (including angina pectoris, transient ischemic attacks);
- venous and arterial thrombosis and thromboembolism (including stroke, myocardial infarction, deep vein thrombophlebitis, cerebrovascular disorders, pulmonary embolism);
- hereditary or acquired tendency to develop arterial or venous thrombosis;
- various risk factors that contribute to the development of arterial or venous thrombosis (arterial hypertension, cerebrovascular disease, lesions of the valvular apparatus of the heart, smoking after 35 years of age, obesity, etc.);
- acute or severe chronic renal failure;
- pancreatitis with severe hypertriglyceridemia;
- bleeding from the vagina of an unexplained nature;
- liver tumor of a benign or malignant nature;
- having any severe liver disease;
- the period of breastfeeding (negatively affects the amount and composition of milk);
- hormone-dependent malignant tumors of the breast or genital organs;
- hypersensitivity to one or more components of the drug;
- pregnancy or suspicion of it;
- lactose intolerance, lack of lactase;
- migraine with focal neurological symptoms.
According to reviews, Dimia should be prescribed with great care in the following cases:
- hereditary angioedema;
- postpartum period;
- diseases that contribute to the violation of peripheral circulation (systemic lupus erythematosus, diabetes mellitus, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, phlebitis of superficial veins, hemolytic uremic syndrome, sickle cell anemia);
- hypertriglyceridemia;
- diseases that developed during pregnancy or against the background of a previous intake of sex hormones (jaundice, chorea, atherosclerosis with impaired hearing, herpes, porphyria, chloasma).
Side effects
According to reviews, Dimia can cause the following undesirable side effects:
- Lymphatic and hematopoietic system: thrombocytopenia, anemia.
- Metabolism: anorexia, weight loss or gain, increased appetite, hyponatremia, hyperkalemia.
- Infections: candidiasis.
- Immune system: development of various allergic reactions.
- Nervous system: dizziness, headache, paresthesia, tremor, vertigo, depression, insomnia, anorgasmia, drowsiness, decreased libido.
- Cardiovascular system: varicose veins, migraine, epistaxis, tachycardia, fainting, increased blood pressure.
- Digestive system: diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain.
- Musculoskeletal system: pain in the limbs and back, muscle cramps.
- On the part of the skin and subcutaneous tissue: itching, rash, eczema, dry skin, skin striae, contact dermatitis.
- Biliary tract and liver: cholecystitis, soreness of the gallbladder.
- Reproductive system: chest pain, no bleeding, breast enlargement, pelvic pain, vaginitis, vaginal discharge, heavy or little bleeding, dry vaginal mucosa, cervical polyps, cyst or breast hyperplasia.
Overdose
To date, there have been no reports of Dimia regarding an overdose. According to the general experience of taking oral contraceptives, Dimia tablets can cause symptoms of overdose such as nausea, vomiting, minor bleeding from the vagina.
The use of Dimia tablets during pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions, Dimia is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
If pregnancy occurs while taking Dimia tablets, then their further intake must be stopped immediately. According to epidemiological studies, taking Dimia, according to the instructions, does not have any negative consequences on the development of the fetus, however, undesirable effects that have a negative effect on the course of pregnancy cannot be ruled out.
According to reviews, Dimia negatively affects lactation, reduces the amount of breast milk and changes its composition, which has a negative effect on the baby. Therefore, while taking the drug, it is advisable to stop breastfeeding.
special instructions
It is necessary to start taking Dimia tablets only after examination and consultation with a doctor. In case of any undesirable effects while taking the drug Dimia, a woman should immediately consult a doctor.
Storage conditions
Dimia belongs to prescription drugs with a recommended shelf life of no more than 24 months.
Dimia: prices in online pharmacies
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Dimia 3 mg + 0.02 mg a set of tablets 28 film-coated tablets. 474 r Buy |
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Dimia tablets 3mg + 0.02mg 28 pcs. 748 RUB Buy |
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Dimia tablets 3mg + 0.02mg 84 pcs. 2106 RUB Buy |
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
