What is a Generic Drug?
A generic drug is a copy of the brand-name drug with the same dosage, safety, strength, quality, consumption method, performance, and intended use. Before generics become available on the market, the generic company must prove it has the same active ingredients as the brand-name drug and works in the same way and in the same amount of time in the body.
The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.
Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.
Seasonique (levonorgestrel / ethinyl estradiol)
Generic Equivalent - Seasonique (levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol)
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Product Details
Description
Your doctor may prescribe Seasonique for contraception, amenorrhea treatment, or to regulate your menstrual cycle. It contains both estrogen and progestin analogs.
Seasonique is designed to prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach the egg.
Fact Table
Formula
C21H28O2, C20H24O2
License
US DailyMed, US FDA, EU EMA
Bioavailability
38% - 48%
Legal status
Rx-Only
Chemical Name
Levonogestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol
Elimination half-life
7–36 hours
Dosage (Strength)
120mcg/30mcg
Pregnancy
-
Brands
Seasonique
Protein binding
97–98%
PubChem CID
13109, 5991
MedlinePlus
a610021, a604032
ChEBI
6443, 4903
ATC code
G03AC03, G03CA01
DrugBank
DB00367
KEGG
D00950, D00554
Routes of administration
By mouth
Directions
Take one tablet by mouth daily for 91 days as directed on the package. Seasonique contains 84 active pills followed by seven inactive pills.
Take Seasonique at the same time every day to maximize its effectiveness.
Ingredients
The active ingredients in Seasonique are ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel.
Interactions
Many potential drug interactions with oral contraceptives can impact their effectiveness. Tell your doctor if you take any of the following:
- Carbamazepine
- Corticosteroids
- Cyclosporine
- Lamotrigine
- Nelfinavir
- Nevirapine
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
- Rifabutin
- Rifampin
- Ritonavir
- St. John's Wort
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
Cautions
Seasonique should be used cautiously in women who smoke and are over 35 years of age or who have a history of a blood clot, heart attack, or stroke.
Tell your healthcare provider about a history of heart disease, liver problems, or high blood pressure.
Seasonique can increase the risk of metabolic problems like abnormal cholesterol and high blood sugar. Tell your doctor if you have a history of these problems.
Report any abnormal bleeding to your doctor immediately.
If you experience an increase in the magnitude or frequency of headaches while taking this drug, tell your doctor.
Side Effects
Common adverse reactions may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Acne
- Anxiety
- Appetite changes
- Breast tenderness or pain
- Changes in menstrual bleeding patterns
- Changes in weight or appetite
- Depression
- Edema
- Exacerbation of endometriosis or uterine fibroids
- Gallbladder disease
- Headache/migraine
- Hypertension
- Liver function disturbances
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Seizures
- Serious cardiovascular events
- Sleep disturbances
- Vaginal candidiasis or vaginitis
- Visual changes
References
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 10061
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