Visanne Tablet

Visanne Tablet contains dienogest, a hormone similar to the natural progesterone produced in the body. It is prescribed to treat endometriosis, a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. This can cause long-lasting pelvic pain, pain during periods, pain during intercourse, and discomfort while passing urine or stools.

Visanne helps reduce these symptoms and improve daily comfort. This medicine works by slowing down the growth of endometriosis tissue and reducing inflammation. By lowering the activity of this tissue outside the uterus, it helps ease pain and discomfort over time.

Visanne is not a contraceptive pill, so additional birth control methods may be needed if pregnancy prevention is required. Menstrual changes such as irregular bleeding or spotting may occur during treatment. Visanne Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor, preferably at the same time each day.

It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop or change the dose on your own, as this may affect treatment results. Regular follow-up with your doctor is important to monitor symptom improvement and side effects.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Some women may experience side effects such as headache, mood changes, weight gain, acne, or irregular periods. Inform your doctor if you have a history of blood clots, liver problems, diabetes, or mood disorders before starting treatment.

If you experience severe pain, heavy bleeding, or any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor promptly for medical advice.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of this medicine, you may feel sick or have an urge to vomit. Contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

This medication should not be missed as it may affect the efficiency of the medicine. If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

In the body of a female, every month a new layer of tissue is formed within the uterus which is shredded during the menstrual cycle if the female does not conceive. However, in certain instances this layer of tissue forms outside the uterus and can cause severe abdominal pain and discomfort to the female. This condition is known as Endometriosis. Dienogest, the active component of Visanne Tablet helps in the treatment of endometriosis by decreasing the tissue formation outside the uterus, thereby, reducing the pain and discomfort associated with this disorder.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as directed by your doctor.
• Preferably take this medicine at the same time every day.
• This medicine can be take with or without food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Visanne Tablet during pregnancy?

You should not take Visanne Tablet during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, inform your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Visanne Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information regarding the safety of Visanne Tablet in breastfeeding mothers. Hence, it is recommended to avoid this medicine while you are nursing your child.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Visanne Tablet?

You may drive as Visanne Tablet does not influence your ability to drive or operate machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Visanne Tablet?

Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often discuss it with your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a lot of bleeding during your menstrual cycle.
• You notice a significant change in the bleeding pattern of the menstrual cycle.
• You have disorders associated with blood clotting.
• You have breast cancer.
• You have very fragile bones (osteoporosis).
• You have a history of mood swings or psychotic disorders like anxiety or depression.
• You have/had Jaundice.
• You have diabetes.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to dienogest, estradiol or any other components of this medicine. If you have or ever had the problem of blood clots in blood vessels of your legs (deep vein thrombosis), lungs (pulmonary embolism), brain or heart (stroke). If you suffer from a blood clotting disorder. If you ever had a heart attack or severe chest pain (angina, transient ischaemic attack). If you have severe diabetes with damage in blood vessels. If you have very high blood pressure. If your liver function is not normal due to present or past disease of the liver. If you were diagnosed with cancer or suspecting cancer involving breasts or genital organs. If you experience unexplained bleeding from the birth canal (vagina).

Side effects

• Increased risk of blood clot formation in your blood vessels
• Headache
• Nausea
• Gas and abdominal discomfort
• Tenderness of breasts
• Irregularities in the menstrual cycle
• Weight gain
• Acne
• Sleep disturbances
• Mood swings
• Anxiety

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions. Concomitant use of this medicine with some other medicines may cause the failure of contraception leading to pregnancy or heavy bleeding. Following medicines should be used with caution-
• Medicines for fits (e.g. primidone, phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, topiramate, felbamate), tuberculosis (e.g. rifampicin), HIV and Hepatitis C Virus infections (ritonavir, nevirapine, efavirenz), fungal infections (e.g. griseofulvin, ketoconazole).
• Herbal preparation St.John's Wort.
• Concommitant use of Visanne Tablet with immunity-suppressing medicines (cyclosporine) and medicines to reduce fits (lamotrigin) influence the action of these medicines.

Interactions with food items

• Food does not affect the absorption or effectiveness of this medicine.
• Taking it with food may help reduce stomach discomfort in some people.
• Maintain a healthy, balanced diet while on treatment.
• Avoid drastic dietary changes without consulting your doctor.

Storage and disposal

Store it in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Visanne Tablet a contraceptive pill?

This medicine is not a contraceptive pill. It is used to treat a condition associated with the uterus known as endometriosis.

Does Visanne Tablet stop periods?

This medicine is not known to stop periods (menstrual cycle). However, irregularities in the menstrual cycle can occur as a side effect. In case you experience any discomfort during your periods or if you notice there are severe irregularities consult your doctor immediately.