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Diane-35 ED TM
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Active ingredients: inert substance, cyproterone + ethinylestradiol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DIANE-35 ED tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Diane-35 ED is indicated for: The treatment of signs of androgenisation in women, such as severe acne (involving inflammation or nodularity or risk of scarring) where prolonged oral antibiotics or local treatment alone has not been successful, or idiopathic hirsutism of mild to moderate degree. Diane-35 will also provide effective oral contraception in this patient group. It should not be used in combination with other hormonal contraceptives (see CONTRAINDICATIONS).,If the hirsutism has only recently appeared or has lately intensified to a considerable extent the cause (androgen-producing tumour or an adrenal-enzyme defect) must be clarified by differential diagnosis.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one component.
Component :
- Tablet, sugar coated
- Oral
- White, round tablets.
Component :
- Tablet, sugar coated
- Oral
- Beige, round tablets
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 x 28 tablets (1 x 21 beige, 1 x 7 white) pack
- 3 x 28 tablets (3 x 21 beige, 3 x 7 white) pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cyproterone + ethinylestradiol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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