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Aviane

Ethinyl estradiol + Levonorgestrel

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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	5.7%	20%	65.7%	8.6%	0%
Balance/Equilibrium	0%	0%	97.1%	2.9%	0%
Blood Pressure	0%	11.8%	85.3%	2.9%	0%
Breathing	0%	11.4%	85.7%	2.9%	0%
Confidence	2.9%	8.6%	77.1%	8.6%	2.9%
Coordination/Motor Skills	2.9%	5.7%	88.6%	0%	2.9%
Digestion	2.9%	8.6%	88.6%	0%	0%
Emotional Well-being	14.3%	25.7%	40%	14.3%	5.7%
Energy	8.6%	20%	62.9%	8.6%	0%
Eyesight	2.9%	2.9%	94.3%	0%	0%
Memory	5.7%	2.9%	82.9%	2.9%	5.7%
Mental Clarity	5.7%	11.4%	77.1%	2.9%	2.9%
Pain	0%	17.1%	71.4%	8.6%	2.9%
Patience	14.3%	8.6%	60%	14.3%	2.9%
Sexual Health	8.8%	17.6%	44.1%	17.6%	11.8%
Skin Complexion	2.9%	8.6%	60%	20%	8.6%
Sleep	2.9%	25.7%	65.7%	5.7%	0%
Stress Level	17.1%	25.7%	40%	14.3%	2.9%

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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	74.1%	11.1%	3.7%	11.1%	0%
Anxiety	83.3%	0%	0%	0%	16.7%
Breast Tenderness	62.5%	28.1%	3.1%	6.2%	0%
Breathing Difficulties	66.7%	16.7%	16.7%	0%	0%
Change in Sex Drive	43.8%	21.9%	18.8%	9.4%	6.2%
Depression	58.8%	14.7%	11.8%	8.8%	5.9%
Diarrhea	83.3%	16.7%	0%	0%	0%
Dizziness	85.3%	5.9%	2.9%	5.9%	0%
Drowsiness	66.7%	16.7%	16.7%	0%	0%
Fatigue	61.8%	5.9%	23.5%	2.9%	5.9%
Headache	73.5%	11.8%	5.9%	2.9%	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	96.3%	3.7%	0%	0%	0%
Irregular Bleeding	59.3%	14.8%	14.8%	7.4%	3.7%
Mood Swings	41.2%	14.7%	11.8%	20.6%	11.8%
Nausea	62.5%	3.1%	12.5%	12.5%	9.4%
Sexual Dysfunction	66.7%	16.7%	0%	16.7%	0%
Yeast Infection	87.5%	9.4%	0%	3.1%	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	78.6%	7.1%	3.6%	0%	10.7%
Anxiety	67.9%	3.6%	10.7%	10.7%	7.1%
Blurred Vision	89.3%	7.1%	0%	0%	3.6%
Breathing Difficulties	78.6%	17.9%	3.6%	0%	0%
Change in Weight	64.5%	16.1%	9.7%	6.5%	3.2%
Chest Pain	75%	15.6%	6.2%	3.1%	0%
Eye / Vision Problems	93.8%	0%	3.1%	0%	3.1%
Irregular Bleeding	80%	0%	0%	20%	0%
Irregular Periods (women)	77.8%	14.8%	0%	3.7%	3.7%
Numbing Sensation	87.5%	6.2%	6.2%	0%	0%
Pain in Limbs	87.5%	6.2%	6.2%	0%	0%
Reduced Libido	84.2%	0%	0%	10.5%	5.3%

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Episodes since taking Aviane

Since taking Aviane Rate a Drug survey participants reported these episodes:

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User Comments about Aviane

04 Dec 2015	My daughter has been to psychiatric, psychologists, specialists. Has had countless blood tests, MRIs, and ultrasounds with no results. We were assured by Dr that this was safe to take. She has every symptom on the list. She has missed 2 semesters of school due to symptoms. —Posted by mizz1216@gmail.com Respond Display Name: Email: (Required) Notify me of new comments Email me monthly survey results Sending... I agree to the Terms of Use
03 Nov 2014	I've tried Aviane for 5 months and it made my anxiety 10 times worse along with tachycardia, extreme fatigue, and irritability. About 15 lb weight gain. I am planning to switch to TriNessa. —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
20 Oct 2014	So extremely ill. Unable toy daily things. Anything that involves standing is near impossible with the severe abdomen pain and nausea. Not to mention that there is no desire to do anything. Feel depressed. Crying. Moody. —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
20 Oct 2014	So extremely ill. Unable toy daily things. Anything that involves standing is near impossible with the severe abdomen pain and nausea. Not to mention that there is no desire to do anything. Feel depressed. Crying. Moody. —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
10 Dec 2012	I've been taking Aviane for 3 months now. Minimal side effects including lower sex drive & mood swings, nothing crazy though. I've gained around 3 pounds, but I don't think the pill is to blame —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