Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Centchroman(60mg)
In higher doses, Sevista Tablet is also used to control abnormal vaginal bleeding in women who have not attained menopause (end of the monthly menstrual period). This medicine is only taken once a week, either with or without food. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor is the right person to decide the exact dose, hence follow your doctor's advice.
It is a non-hormonal medicine with very minimal side effects but in some cases, it may cause irregularity in your menstrual cycle. If this bothers you or appears serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing this. Before taking this medicine let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Its antiestrogenic activity on the endometrium inhibits the fertilized ovum from implantation. It hastens the transfer of ovum from the fallopian tubes to the endometrial cavity, before it is ready for implantation.
Pharmacokinetics. Ormeloxifene acts on oestrogen receptors. It has a weak estrogenic and potent antiestrogenic actions. It is expected to exert a contraceptive effect and normalise the bleeding from uterine cavity by regularising the expression of oestrogen receptors on the endometrium.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Severe side effects of Sevista
Irregular menstrual cycle
Headache
Nausea
Enlarged ovary
Absence of menstrual periods
Pain during periods
Weight gain
Allergic skin rash
Contraindicated in patients with polycystic ovarian disease, recent history of jaundice, liver impairment, kidney impairment, abnormal growth of cervix, pregnancy, lactation and hypersensitivity.
Information regarding the use of Sevista Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sevista Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Sevista Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
ORMELOXIFENE contains ' Ormeloxifene', a non-steroidal and non-hormonal oral contraceptive. It is generally taken once a week. It is also used to treat uterine bleeding in women who have not attained menopause yet. It works by preventing the implantation of an egg on the wall of the uterus.
Calcitriol The metabolism of Ormeloxifene can be increased when combined with Calcitriol.
Cangrelor The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Ormeloxifene is combined with Cangrelor.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Sevista Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Sevista Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill. Being a non-hormonal medicine, it has minimal side effects as compared to other hormonal birth control medicines.
It is also used in the treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Sevista Tablet may cause delayed periods in few women. However, this occurs in about 8% of users, usually in the first three months.
Sevista Tablet is safe for breastfeeding women.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sevista Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. What is Sevista Tablet and for what it is used for?
Sevista Tablet contains a non-hormonal medicine, i.e. Centchroman/Ormeloxifene. It is used as an oral contraceptive medicine. It may also be used in the treatment of uterine bleeding.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Sevista Tablet?
You should take Sevista Tablet, as advised by your doctor. However, for contraception, you are required to take two tablets a week for the first 12 weeks ( for e.g. on Sunday and Wednesday), and then one tablet a week. It is also advisable to use condom, in addition to taking Sevista Tablet, for the period of the first 8 weeks of use.
Q. I am breastfeeding my baby. Is Sevista Tablet safe for me?
Yes, Sevista Tablet is safe for breastfeeding mothers as it is a non-hormonal and non-steroidal medicine.
Q. If I become pregnant while on Sevista Tablet, will my fetus be harmed?
Such a situation is called method failure where contraception fails to prevent pregnancy. In case you conceive even after taking Sevista Tablet, there is nothing to worry about. This medicine does not cause abnormalities in the fetus and the baby has normal growth and development. However, stop taking this medicine as soon as you get to know about your pregnancy.
