Descon Tablet is a combination of two medicines used for contraception (to prevent pregnancy) and in the treatment of irregular periods. It helps to prevent the release of the egg and its fertilization by the sperm. It may also help to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.

Descon Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive pill.

Uses of Descon Tablet

Contraception

Benefits of Descon Tablet

In Contraception

Descon Tablet is a contraceptive medicine that stops you from getting pregnant. It prevents an egg from being released from your ovaries and also decreases movement of sperms. This affects the fertilisation process and prevents it. Descon Tablet is a reliable and safe method for contraception, if used correctly. It does not interrupt with sex and you can lead a normal routine life without any worries. Take it as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Descon Tablet

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

Common side effects of Descon

Nausea
Stomach pain
Headache
Irregular uterine bleeding
Weight gain
Breast pain

How to use Descon Tablet

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. Descon Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Descon Tablet works

Descon Tablet is an oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Descon Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Descon Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Descon Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Nonhormonal and progestin-only contraceptives are preferred in breastfeeding women, especially during the first 4 weeks postpartum

Driving

SAFE

Descon Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Descon Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Descon Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Descon Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Descon Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Descon Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Descon Tablet, please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Descon Tablet to help you prevent pregnancy.
It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
It may help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer.
Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
Do not use Descon Tablet if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest, or have a history of blood clots.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.
Stop taking Descon Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you notice your skin and whites of the eye turning yellow (jaundice), severe stomach pain, severe depression or if you think you could be pregnant.

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User feedback

Patients taking Descon Tablet

Once A Day

97%

Twice A Day

Once A Month

What are you using Descon Tablet for?

Others

50%

Hormone repla*

25%

Failure of ov*

12%

Contraception

12%

*Hormone replacement therapy, Failure of ovarian development

How much was the improvement?

Poor

100%

What were the side-effects while using Descon Tablet?

Abdominal pai*

50%

Change in bod*

50%

*Abdominal pain, Change in body weight

FAQs

What is Descon Tablet and what is it used for?

Descon Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive medicine that contains two hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is used to prevent pregnancy.

How and in what dose should I take Descon Tablet?

Take this medicine as per the advice of your doctor. However, take it at the same time each day, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.

What if I forget to take Descon Tablet?

If you forget to take one tablet, take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two tablets at the same time and then follow the usual dosing schedule. However, if you forget to take two or more doses, you may not be totally protected against pregnancy. In this case, start taking the tablet as soon as you remember and use a non-hormonal method of contraception such as condoms for at least next 7 days to prevent pregnancy. Frequent missing of doses may lead to unexpected vaginal bleeding or spotting (blood stain). Consult your doctor, if this persists.

What if I vomit after taking Descon Tablet?

If you vomit within 3-4 hours after taking Descon Tablet, then it is considered as a missed dose. So, you should take another dose as soon as you feel well enough.

What are the common side effects of taking Descon Tablet?

You may experience irregular vaginal bleeding while taking Descon Tablet. Other common side effects include headache, nausea (feeling sick), acne, depression (sad mood), and breast pain. Most of them are temporary if these persist consult with your doctor.

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Descon Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Descon Tablet

Benefits of Descon Tablet

In Contraception

Side effects of Descon Tablet

Common side effects of Descon

How to use Descon Tablet

How Descon Tablet works

Safety advice

What if you forget to take Descon Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

What is Descon Tablet and what is it used for?

How and in what dose should I take Descon Tablet?

What if I forget to take Descon Tablet?

What if I vomit after taking Descon Tablet?

What are the common side effects of taking Descon Tablet?

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