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Katya

Description

Katya is a medication that contains the active ingredient desogestrel, a synthetic hormone that prevents ovulation and changes the cervical mucus and uterine lining to make it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus. This contraceptive pill is suitable for women who want to prevent pregnancy by inhibiting ovulation and altering the cervical mucus consistency, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the egg.

Dosage and usage
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You should take one Katya tablet every day at the same time for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break without pills. Swallow the tablet whole with water if needed. Remember to start your next pack after the 7-day break even if you haven't finished your menstrual bleeding. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, and continue taking the remaining tablets at the usual time. If you vomit within 3-4 hours of taking a tablet, it may not have been fully absorbed, so take another tablet. The effects of Katya last for the 24-hour period until your next dose. If you experience persistent vomiting or diarrhea, contraceptive effectiveness may be reduced, so use additional non-hormonal contraception during these episodes.

What Katya contains
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Each Katya tablet contains 75 micrograms of desogestrel as the active ingredient. The tablet also includes maize starch, povidone K25, stearic acid, colloidal anhydrous silica, and lactose monohydrate as excipients. The film-coating of the tablet contains hypromellose, macrogol 4000, titanium dioxide (E171), and talc.

Side effects
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Common side effects of Katya may include headaches, nausea, breast pain, irregular menstrual bleeding, and weight changes. Serious side effects that require immediate medical attention include symptoms of blood clots such as chest pain, breathing difficulties, or swelling in one leg, severe allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, or signs of liver problems like yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Precautions
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Do not take Katya if you have a history of blood clots, heart attack, stroke, or if you are allergic to any of the ingredients. This contraceptive pill is not suitable for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have a history of breast cancer, liver disease, or unexplained vaginal bleeding, consult your doctor before using Katya. Inform your healthcare provider if you have diabetes, depression, high blood pressure, or are taking medications like rifampicin, antiepileptics, or St. John's wort as they may interact with Katya. Remember, Katya does not protect against sexually transmitted infections.

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Read the package leaflet before use.

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