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Aviane

Ethinyl estradiol + Levonorgestrel

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RateADrug users have reported 6 Aviane side effects and 2 Aviane benefits.

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Description | Uses & Side Effects | Warnings

The generic name of this medication are ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel and Brand Names are Alesse, Aviane, Enpresse, Lessina, Levlen, Levlite, Levora, Lutera, Lybrel, Nordette, Portia, Sronyx, Tri-Levlen, Triphasil, Trivora.

Active ingredients contained in Aviane include ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel.

Aviane is a combination hormone medication which is used to prevent pregnancy.

Common Uses:

Used as contraception to prevent pregnancy.

Off Label Uses:

It is also used to treat abnormal uterine bleeding and pain/discomfort associated with endometriosis.

Side Effects:
Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
Sudden headache, confusion, pain behind the eyes, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
Chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling;
A change in the pattern or severity of migraine headaches;
Nausea, abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
Swelling in upper and lower extremities.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended in:
Pregnant women;
Women with a history of stroke or blood clot, circulation problems (especially if caused due to diabetes);
Women who have allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients;
Women with abnormal vaginal bleeding;
Women with heart valve disorder.

Drug Interactions:
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ascorbic acid (vitamin C);
Prednisolone (Orapred);
Theophylline (Respbid, Theo-Dur);
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune, Gengraf);
St. John's wort;
An antibiotic;
Seizure medications;
A barbiturate sedative such as secobarbital (Seconal), or phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton).

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being

Since taking Aviane, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:

Effect on:	Much Worse	Worse	No Change	Better	Much Better
Appetite	0%	15.4%	69.2%	15.4%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	0%	100%	0%	0%
Breathing	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Confidence	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Coordination/Motor Skills	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Digestion	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	7.7%	7.7%	53.8%	23.1%	7.7%
Energy	7.7%	7.7%	84.6%	0%	0%
Eyesight	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Memory	0%	7.7%	92.3%	0%	0%
Mental Clarity	0%	15.4%	84.6%	0%	0%
Pain	0%	23.1%	76.9%	0%	0%
Patience	7.7%	7.7%	53.8%	30.8%	0%
Sexual Health	8.3%	16.7%	50%	8.3%	16.7%
Skin Complexion	0%	7.7%	53.8%	30.8%	7.7%
Sleep	0%	15.4%	84.6%	0%	0%
Stress Level	7.7%	23.1%	53.8%	15.4%	0%

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Commonly Reported Aviane Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Acne	75%	16.7%	0%	8.3%	0%
Breast Tenderness	61.5%	38.5%	0%	0%	0%
Change in Sex Drive	53.8%	23.1%	15.4%	7.7%	0%
Depression	84.6%	15.4%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%
Fatigue	69.2%	7.7%	15.4%	0%	7.7%
Headache	84.6%	0%	7.7%	0%	7.7%
Irregular Bleeding	37.5%	25%	12.5%	12.5%	12.5%
Mood Swings	61.5%	15.4%	0%	23.1%	0%
Nausea	69.2%	0%	0%	15.4%	15.4%
Yeast Infection	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%

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Less Commonly Reported Aviane Side Effects

RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:

Effect on:	None	Mild	Moderate	Strong	Severe
Abdominal Pain	84.6%	7.7%	7.7%	0%	0%
Anxiety	92.3%	0%	0%	7.7%	0%
Blurred Vision	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	84.6%	15.4%	0%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	66.7%	16.7%	16.7%	0%	0%
Chest Pain	92.3%	7.7%	0%	0%	0%
Eye / Vision Problems	92.3%	0%	7.7%	0%	0%
Irregular Bleeding	80%	0%	0%	20%	0%
Irregular Periods (women)	66.7%	25%	0%	0%	8.3%
Numbing Sensation	92.3%	0%	7.7%	0%	0%
Pain in Limbs	84.6%	0%	15.4%	0%	0%
Reduced Libido	75%	0%	0%	25%	0%

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16 Jun 2010	I had a lowered appetite and lost some weight on Aviane. I also experienced nausea after taking it. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
23 Feb 2010	I cannot handle the nausea. When I eat it goes away, but most times it just gets worse. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
19 Feb 2010	I can't let go off the nausea. I feel like I am eating more and that is making me afraid that I will put on weight. —Posted by Anonymous Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
07 Feb 2010	I have only been taking Aviane for a little over a month, since taking the pill I have experienced nothing but anger, acne and what seems to be my period for a steady 3 weeks... I would not recommend this pill what so ever to anyone. —Posted by -Against-Aviane Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
28 Jul 2009	im on my second pack and just 2 days ago i stopped spotting, now i have sever anxiety and depression problems and have noticed nothing thats made mine worse im 17. i am noticing a bit of weight gain but nothing cardio cant fix. i personally like this pill —Posted by JessiRichardson Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use