Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet while Breastfeeding

What is Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet used for?

Is using Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet unsafe in breastfeeding? Can there be bad consequences for baby if I use it while breastfeeding?

Desogestrel while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 54024-22-5

Desogestrel (Progestogen-only contraceptive pill) that does not alter quality or composition of breast milk. Excretion into breast milk is non-significant, with no harmful effects on breastfed infants from treated mother reported. Within the first 6 weeks after birth, non-hormonal contraceptive methods are preferred.

Ethinyl estradiol while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 57-63-6

Synthetic estrogen that has a similar action as estradiol. Used in combination with progestogens for contraception. Ethinylestradiol is excreted in small or no amount into breast milk.There is evidence (albeit inconsistent) that estrogen-containing pills may decrease milk production, especially during the first few weeks postpartum with a daily dose above 30 micrograms of ethinyl estradiol.It may reduce the protein content of the milk.No problems have been observed in infants whose mothers were treated, except some cases of transient gynecomastia in infants whose mothers were receiving a higher dose than usual. During lactation progestin-only drugs are preferred or in combination with estrogen for birth control, but whatever, the ones with the lower doses of estrogen should be used.For the first 6 weeks postpartum, non-hormonal methods are of choise.

Desogestrel while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 54024-22-5

Desogestrel is only available in the United States in combination oral contraceptive products containing 150 mcg of desogestrel and 30 mcg of ethinyl estradiol. Based on the available evidence, expert opinion holds that nonhormonal methods are preferred during breastfeeding and progestin-only contraceptive are preferred over combined oral contraceptives in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum. For further information, consult the record entitled, "Contraceptives, Oral, Combined."

Ethinyl estradiol while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 57-63-6

This record contains information specific to ethinyl estradiol used alone. Users with an interest in an oral contraceptive should consult the record entitled, "Contraceptives, Oral, Combined."There is little information available on the use of ethinyl estradiol alone during breastfeeding. Levels in milk appear to be low. Based on studies on oral contraceptives that contain ethinyl estradiol, immediate side effects such as breast enlargement appear to occur rarely. It seems likely that doses of 30 mcg daily or greater can suppress lactation. The magnitude of the effect on lactation likely depends on the dose and the time of introduction postpartum, but data are not adequate to accurately define these doses and times.

What if I already have used Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet?

My health care provider has asked me to use Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet, what to do?

If I am using Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Mercilon | Desogestrel, Ethinyl Estradiol Tablet in breastfeeding?