Cyclessa and Rosiglitazone and glimepiride

• Generic Name: desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: tablets
• Other Brand Names: Azurette, Cyclessa, Desogen, Isibloom, Kariva, Mircette, Reclipsen, Apri, Bekyree, Caziant, Ortho-Cept, Solia, Cesia, Cyred

Cyclessa is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Cyclessa also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

Cyclessa is used to prevent pregnancy. There are many brands of this medicine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Cyclessa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: glimepiride / rosiglitazone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Avandaryl

Rosiglitazone and glimepiride combination is used to treat a type of diabetes mellitus called type 2 diabetes. It is used together with a proper diet and exercise to help control blood sugar levels.

Rosiglitazone helps your body use insulin better. Glimepiride stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas which will help your body turn food into energy.

Rosiglitazone and glimepiride is only available with your doctor's prescription.