Modern hormonal contraceptives can reliably protect a woman against pregnancy. But they have many side effects, and contraindications for use. Therefore, before prescribing these drugs obstetrician is obliged to conduct a full examination of the woman.
The mechanism of action Logest
Logest - a monophasic combined low-dose hormonal contraceptive, the main purpose of the application of which is the prevention of unwanted pregnancy. Available in logest pills to 21 and 63 pieces per pack. Each tablet contains 75 micrograms gestodene (a synthetic progesterone analogue) and 20 mcg ethinyl estradiol (synthetic analogue of estrogens). Manufacturer - international pharmaceutical company Schering.
Preventing pregnancy while taking Logest occurs through the interaction of different mechanisms. Logest basic action is that it suppresses the production of gonadotropins (stimulating sexual function) pituitary hormones, resulting in the slow maturation of ova in the ovary and the impossibility of ovulation
Ovulation - How to determine as accurately as possible?
- Release egg from the ovary. In addition, logest increases the viscosity of mucus of the cervical canal, which hinders the penetration of sperm into the uterus and fallopian tubes to fertilize an egg.
Logest is sometimes used for the purpose of the regulation of the menstrual cycle. Against the background of his admission menstrual cycle becomes more regular, menstruation - less painful (even dysmenorrhea), less abundant. Reducing blood loss contributes to the overall improvement of the body - are signs of iron deficiency anemia. According to some observations while taking Logest reduces the risk of developing cancer of the uterus and ovaries, but these data have not been confirmed in clinical studies.
Rules of admission Logest
These rules are very important, because of how they met, determine the effectiveness of the drug. Logest take one tablet a day for 21 at one and the same time. Begin Logest reception on the first day of the menstrual cycle
The days of the menstrual cycle: Four phases
(this is the first day of menstruation). All the pills contain the same dose of hormones, but for convenience they were placed in a special calendar packaging, which specifies the days of the week. After three weeks of when all the pills in the pack runs out, done a week break. The sharp break in the administration of hormones leads to rejection of the mucous membrane of the uterus and bleeding menstrualnopodobnoe. Exactly a week you need to start taking the next pack of pills. This method provides a very high Logest efficacy.
If you missed the reception at least one tablet, efficacy decreases. Allowed late in pill less than 12 hours. In this case, the missed pills should be taken immediately, and the next - in the usual office hours. If a woman has forgotten to take the pills, and the delay was longer than 12 hours, the efficiency Logest reduced and additional protection (eg barrier methods - condoms).
The instructions to Logest detail all of life's situations that can confront a woman while receiving Logest and its actions in this case.
Possible side effects Logest
Hormonal contraceptives, even low-dose, can produce a lot of side effects. But the side effects usually occur when the woman had contraindications for receiving Logest. To avoid this, before taking Logest doctor prescribes woman examination.
When receiving Logest, the following side effects:
- thrombosis and embolism (blood clot separation and blockage of blood vessels it) - this is the most serious complication that occurs when using hormonal contraceptives, while taking Logest it is very rare;
- the part of the digestive system - sometimes nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain
Abdominal pain: Types and Symptoms
, Diarrhea, bile stasis, and even jaundice (rare);
- from the genitals - intermenstrual bleeding and spotting (usually during the first months of receiving), changes of vaginal secretion, a sense of tension, and breast enlargement, changes in body weight, decreased sex drive;
- the central nervous system - depression
Depression - a little more than a bad mood
Headaches, including migraine headaches;
- conjunctival irritation of eyes and an inability to wear contact lenses, covert and overt swelling, allergies.
Contraindications Logest
Before the appointment Logest should be excluded following diseases and conditions:
- increased tendency to thrombosis, caused by any disease;
- diabetes with vascular disorders, inflammatory diseases of the pancreas - they contribute to the formation of blood clots;
- diseases of the liver, which are accompanied by violation of its functions;
- all liver tumors (both malignant and benign);
- migraine, which is accompanied by temporary disturbance of sensation or movement;
- any malignant tumor;
- bleeding from the genitals of unknown origin;
- Pregnancy or suspicion of it;
- breast-feeding;
- idiosyncrasy components Logest.
Logest should be taken only on prescription.
Galina Romanenko
