Marvelon 21 and Menopause Formula Progesterone

• Generic Name: desogestrel / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Azurette, Cyclessa, Desogen, Isibloom, Kariva, Mircette, Reclipsen, Cyred

Desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol combination is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month. The egg can no longer accept a sperm and fertilization (pregnancy) is prevented.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Birth control methods such as having surgery to become sterile or not having sex are more effective than birth control pills. Discuss your options for birth control with your doctor.

This medicine does not prevent HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases. It will not help as emergency contraception, such as after unprotected sexual contact.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: progesterone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: First Progesterone MC10, Menopause Formula Progesterone, Prometrium, Crinone, Endometrin, FIRST-Progesterone VGS 200, Prochieve

Menopause Formula Progesterone is a female hormone important for the regulation of ovulation and menstruation.

Menopause Formula Progesterone is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not yet reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of Menopause Formula Progesterone in the body. Menopause Formula Progesterone is also used to prevent overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.

Menopause Formula Progesterone should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia, because Menopause Formula Menopause Formula Progesterone may actually increase your risk of developing these conditions.

Menopause Formula Progesterone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.