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My Pill Tablet contains Ethylestradiol and Cyproterone. It is used to treat moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity and/or hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age. It works by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries, thereby helping reduce acne and hair growth. In some cases, this medication may cause nausea, abdominal pain, headache, weight gain and mood changes. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About My Pill Tablet

My Pill Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity, and/or hirsutism (excess hair growth)in women of reproductive age with PCOS (Polycystic ovary syndrome). It should be used only if your skin condition has not improved, even after topical or antibiotic treatment.

My Pill Tablet contains Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone, which work by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries. Thereby, it helps reduce acne and hair growth.

In some cases, My Pill Tablet may cause nausea, abdominal pain, headache, weight gain and mood changes. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take My Pill Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant, might be pregnant or breastfeeding. My Pill Tablet inhibits ovulation and prevents conception; therefore, avoid using additional hormonal contraceptives whilst on treatment with My Pill Tablet . Keep the doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of My Pill Tablet

My Pill Tablet is used in the treatment of acne and hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age with PCOS. The detailed uses of My Pill Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of Hormonal Acne: My Pill Tablet effectively manages hormone-related acne, promoting a clearer and healthier complexion over time.
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Management: My Pill Tablet helps regulate menstrual cycles and alleviate symptoms associated with PCOS.
  • Hair Growth Regulation: My Pill Tablet reduces unwanted facial and body hair in women through its anti-androgenic properties.

Key Benefits

  • My Pill Tablet is used to treat signs of androgenisation in women, such as acne and excess hair growth (hirsutism).
  • It is indicated for moderate to severe acne related to androgen sensitivity.
  • It helps manage hirsutism by reducing unwanted hair growth in women of reproductive age.
  • The medicine works by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries, which are responsible for acne and excessive hair growth.
  • By regulating hormone levels, My Pill Tablet helps improve skin condition and reduce androgen-related symptoms.

Directions for Use

  • My Pill Tablet should be taken after meals to prevent stomach discomfort.
  • It is usually taken once daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow My Pill Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not chew, crush, or break it.

How My Pill Tablet Works

My Pill Tablet contains Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone, which work by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries. Thereby, it helps reduce acne and hair growth.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether My Pill Tablet interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

My Pill Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

My Pill Tablet is not recommended during lactation. Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

My Pill Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

My Pill Tablet may not be recommended for patients with severe liver disease. Please consult the doctor if you have liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if you have kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

My Pill Tablet is not recommended for children. It is only indicated after menarche.

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Heart

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you have heart problems before taking My Pill Tablet , as it may increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart attack.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you are geriatric before taking My Pill Tablet , as age increases the risk of blood clots, stroke, or heart complications. A medical evaluation can help determine safer alternatives based on your health profile.

What if I have taken an overdose of My Pill Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. It is unlikely that taking more than one pill will do you any harm, but you may feel sick, vomit or have some vaginal bleeding. Talk to your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid processed food, milk and dairy products.
  • Always wash off your makeup before sleeping. Avoid going to bed with makeup on.
  • Exercise regularly and eat healthy food.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Protect your skin from sun damage by using sunscreen.
  • Drink plenty of water.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for My Pill Tablet to start to work: The time required for My Pill Tablet to show its action is not clinically established.

The time for which the effects of My Pill Tablet last: The duration of action for My Pill Tablet is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take My Pill Tablet

If you miss a dose of My Pill Tablet , take it within the next 12 hours. If it has been more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep My Pill Tablet out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use My Pill Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Avoid using My Pill Tablet if you are using another hormonal contraception, are pregnant, might be pregnant or breastfeeding, or have had breast cancer, blood circulation problems/blood clots, heart attack or stroke.
  • Inform the doctor if you have high blood pressure/uncontrolled blood pressure, high cholesterol, migraine, severe liver disease or liver tumours.
  • Let your doctor know if you have depression, diabetes, inflammation of the pancreas, chloasma (brown patches on the skin), angioedema or hepatitis.
  • My Pill Tablet may increase the risk of having blood clots; seek medical attention if you notice symptoms of blood clots (migraine/long-lasting headache, changes in your eyesight, hearing or speech, severe pain in the abdomen, severe pain or swelling in the legs.
  • Consult your doctor if you experience breathlessness, an unusual or sudden cough, severe pain and tightness in the chest that may radiate to the left arm, dizziness/fainting, or sudden weakness/numbness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking anticonvulsants (primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate), anti-HIV (ritonavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine), anti-fungal (griseofulvin), antimicrobial (rifampicin), sedatives or herbal remedies (St. John’s wort).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have/had blood clot problems, breast cancer, high blood pressure, heart attack or stroke.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Tranexamic acid with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone may increase the risk of blood clot formation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranexamic acid with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone is avoided, as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you suffer from chest discomfort, shortness of breath, blood in the urine, or swelling in your arms and legs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Ethinylestradiol with Mycophenolic acid may lower the blood levels and effects of Ethinylestradiol, making it less effective as a form of birth control.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between Mycophenolic acid and Ethinylestradiol, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Contact your doctor if you experience any hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Rifampicin with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone can reduce the blood levels and effects of ethinylestradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction of Rifampicin with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Contact your doctor if you experience any hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Griseofulvin with ethinyl estradiol + Cyproterone may reduce blood levels and the effects of ethinyl estradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Griseofulvin with ethinyl estradiol + Cyproterone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Inform a doctor if you experience unusual bleeding or your symptoms are no longer controlled. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Co-administration of Amprenavir with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone may reduce the levels of Amprenavir, which can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amprenavir with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Co-administration of Dantrolene with My Pill Kit 21 Tab can reduce the effects of Ethinylestradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dantrolene with My Pill Kit 21 Tab can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain, weakness, unusual bleeding, vomiting, or yellowing of the skin or whites of your eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Letrozole with ethinyl estradiol + Cyproterone may reduce the levels of letrozole and make it less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Letrozole with My Pill Kit 21 Tab can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Clindamycin with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone can reduce the effects of Clindamycin.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clindamycin with Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of Oxcarbazepine with My Pill Kit 21 Tab can reduce the blood levels of ethinylestradiol.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Oxcarbazepine with My Pill Kit 21 Tab can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Contact your doctor if you experience any hot flashes, vaginal dryness, or irregular bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with My Pill Kit 21 Tab:
Coadministration of carbamazepine with ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone may reduce the effects of ethinylestradiol, which might increase the risk of unplanned pregnancy.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine with ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

My Pill Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe symptoms of PCOS like acne related to androgen sensitivity and/or hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age.

My Pill Tablet works by blocking the production of androgens (male hormones) in the ovaries.

My Pill Tablet is also a hormonal contraceptive; it should not be used in combination with other hormonal contraceptives, as this will expose the patient to an excessive dose of hormones and is not necessary for effective contraception.

My Pill Tablet does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases like HIV or Chlamydia. Only condoms can help do this.

Avoid using sunbeds or sunlamps and prolonged sunbathing whilst on treatment with My Pill Tablet as it might increase the chance of chloasma (patchy discolouration of the skin).

My Pill Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat acne and hirsutism (excess hair growth) in women of reproductive age with PCOS.

My Pill Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it. The dose will be determined by the doctor based on your condition.

If you miss a dose of My Pill Tablet , take it within the next 12 hours. If it has been more than 12 hours, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Repeat the dose if you have vomited within 3-4 hours of taking My Pill Tablet . If it has been more than 4 hours, take the next dose at the scheduled time.

My Pill Tablet also works as a contraceptive as it inhibits ovulation and prevents conception. Avoid using additional hormonal contraceptives whilst on treatment with My Pill Tablet .

My Pill Tablet may cause nausea, abdominal pain, headache, weight gain and mood changes. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

My Pill Tablet starts working within a few weeks, and you may notice improvement in 3-4 weeks.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai 400 001, India.
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