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ALYACEN 1/35

norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol · KIT · A-S Medication Solutions

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ALYACEN 1/35 is a kit containing norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol. Manufactured by A-S Medication Solutions.

Key Facts

Brand Name
ALYACEN 1/35
Generic Name
norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol
NDC Code (Product)
50090-1477
Manufacturer
A-S Medication Solutions
Dosage Form
KIT
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA091634
Marketing Start
01/19/2012

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

headache20 reports
pulmonary embolism20 reports
nausea15 reports
anxiety11 reports
dizziness10 reports
drug ineffective10 reports
fatigue10 reports
metrorrhagia10 reports
off label use10 reports
product use in unapproved indication10 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE ALYACEN 7/7/7 and ALYACEN 1/35 Tabletsare indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use this product as a method of contraception. Oral contraceptives are highly effective. Table 1 lists the typical accidental pregnancy rates for users of combined oral contraceptives and other methods of contraception. The efficacy of these contraceptive methods, except sterilization, the IUD, and the NORPLANT ® System depends upon the reliability with which they are used. Correct and consistent use of methods can result in lower failure rates. Table 1: Percentage of Women Experiencing an Unintended Pregnancy During the First Year of Typical Use and the First Year of Perfect Use of Contraception and the Percentage Continuing Use at the End of the First Year. United States. % of Women Experiencing an Unintended Pregnancy within the First Year of Use % of Women Continuing Use at One Year Among couples attempting to avoid pregnancy, the percentage who continue to use a method for one year. Method (1) Typical Use Among typical couples who initiate use of a method (not necessarily for the first time), the percentage who experience an accidental pregnancy durin

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION To achieve maximum contraceptive effectiveness, ALYACEN 7/7/7 and ALYACEN 1/35 tablets must be taken exactly as directed and at intervals not exceeding 24 hours. ALYACEN 7/7/7 and ALYACEN 1/35 tablets are available in a blister pack which is preset for a Sunday Start. Day 1 Start is also available. Sunday Start When taking ALYACEN 7/7/7 and ALYACEN 1/35, the first "active" tablet should be taken on the first Sunday after menstruation begins. If the period begins on Sunday, the first "active" tablet should be taken that day. Take one active tablet daily for 21 days followed by one light green "reminder" tablet daily for 7 days. After 28 tablets have been taken, a new course is started the next day (Sunday). For the first cycle of a Sunday Start regimen, another method of contraception such as a condom or spermicide should be used until after the first 7 consecutive days of administration. If the patient misses one (1) "active" tablet in Weeks 1, 2, or 3, the tablet should be taken as soon as she remembers. If the patient misses two (2) "active" tablets in Week 1 or Week 2, the patient should take two (2) tablets the day she remembers and two (2) tablets the

Warnings

WARNINGS Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular events from combination oral contraceptive use. This risk increases with age, particularly in women over 35 years of age, and with the number of cigarettes smoked. For this reason, combination oral contraceptives, including ALYACEN 7/7/7 and ALYACEN 1/35, should not be used by women who are over 35 years of age and smoke. The use of oral contraceptives is associated with increased risks of several serious conditions including myocardial infarction, thromboembolism, stroke, hepatic neoplasia, and gallbladder disease, although the risk of serious morbidity or mortality is very small in healthy women without underlying risk factors. The risk of morbidity and mortality increases significantly in the presence of other underlying risk factors such as hypertension, hyperlipidemias, obesity and diabetes. Practitioners prescribing oral contraceptives should be familiar with the following information relating to these risks. The information contained in this package insert is principally based on studies carried out in patients who used oral contraceptives with higher formulations of estrogens and progestogens than those

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Oral contraceptives should not be used in women who currently have the following conditions: • Thrombophlebitis or thromboembolic disorders • A past history of deep vein thrombophlebitis or thromboembolic disorders • Known thrombophilic conditions • Cerebral vascular or coronary artery disease (current or history) • Valvular heart disease with complications • Persistent blood pressure values of ≥ 160 mm Hg systolic or ≥ 100 mg Hg diastolic 96 • Diabetes with vascular involvement • Headaches with focal neurological symptoms • Major surgery with prolonged immobilization • Known or suspected carcinoma of the breast • Carcinoma of the endometrium or other known or suspected estrogen-dependent neoplasia • Undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding • Cholestatic jaundice of pregnancy or jaundice with prior pill use • Acute or chronic hepatocellular disease with abnormal liver function • Hepatic adenomas or carcinomas • Known or suspected pregnancy • Hypersensitivity to any component of this product • Are receiving Hepatitis C drug combinations containing ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir, with or without dasabuvir, due to the potential for ALT elevations (see WARNINGS , Risk

Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS An increased risk of the following serious adverse reactions has been associated with the use of oral contraceptives (See WARNINGS ). • Thrombophlebitis and venous thrombosis with or without embolism • Arterial thromboembolism • Pulmonary embolism • Myocardial infarction • Cerebral hemorrhage • Cerebral thrombosis • Hypertension • Gallbladder disease • Hepatic adenomas or benign liver tumors There is evidence of an association between the following conditions and the use of oral contraceptives: • Mesenteric thrombosis • Retinal thrombosis The following adverse reactions have been reported in patients receiving oral contraceptives and are believed to be drug-related: • Nausea • Vomiting • Gastrointestinal symptoms (such as abdominal cramps and bloating) • Breakthrough bleeding • Spotting • Change in menstrual flow • Amenorrhea • Temporary infertility after discontinuation of treatment • Edema • Melasma which may persist • Breast changes: tenderness, enlargement, secretion • Change in weight (increase or decrease) • Change in cervical erosion and secretion • Diminution in lactation when given immediately postpartum • Cholestatic jaundice • Migraine • Allergic reacti

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ALYACEN 1/35 used for?

ALYACEN 1/35 contains norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol. It is a kit taken as directed. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is ALYACEN 1/35 a controlled substance?

ALYACEN 1/35 is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for ALYACEN 1/35?

The generic name for ALYACEN 1/35 is norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol. There are 11 other brand versions of norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol.

What is the NDC code for ALYACEN 1/35 ?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for ALYACEN 1/35 is 50090-1477, listed by A-S Medication Solutions.

Product NDC

50090-1477

Package NDC

50090-1477-0

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