Some women have high blood levels of male sex hormones, which causes changes such as increased secretion of the sebaceous glands, acne, male pattern body hair. Such signs are an indication to accept Diane 35.

The mechanism of action Diana 35

Diane-35 - combined (composed of two different drugs) low-dose monophasic (throughout the menstrual cycle is adopted, the same dose), oral (oral) hormonal contraceptive with antiandrogenic (inhibits the action of male sex hormones) effect. The structure consists of 35 Diana cyproterone acetate, which inhibits the activity of male sex hormones (anti-androgenic effects), and a synthetic female sex hormone estrogen same - ethinylestradiol.

Diane-35 also prevents unintended pregnancy, as its constituent cyproterone inhibits the secretion of pituitary hormones that stimulate the maturation of the egg (and thus inhibits the maturation of the egg and its exit from the ovary - ovulation). In addition, under the influence of another drug, which is part of Diana 35 - ethinyl estradiol in the channel cervical mucus of increased viscosity is produced, which prevents sperm into the uterus and fallopian tubes to fertilize.

Cyproterone acetate, suppressing the influence of androgens produced by the female body, helps get rid of the diseases caused by their excessive formation or increased susceptibility to them tissues. One of the most common diseases associated with an excess of male hormones is acne Acne . Under the influence of androgens enhanced sebum production and a change in its chemical composition.

No less important for women, and these are the signs of elevated blood level of androgens as male pattern body hair (the appearance of hairs on the upper lip and chin) and baldness on the forehead and top of the head, which is also typical for men.

Under the influence of cyproterone in combination with a female sex hormone ethinylestradiol 3-4 months all phenomena androgenization women gradually disappear: acne heals, the skin becomes less oily, normal hair growth. Furthermore, normal menstrual cycle, decreases or completely disappears premenstrual syndrome.

Indications and contraindications for receiving Diana 35

Diane 35 is used only for its intended obstetrician-gynecologist. Before his appointment is usually carried out a survey in order to avoid conditions that are contraindications for its reception. Begin to take the drug on the first day of the menstrual cycle (first day of menstruation) and take a tablet a day for three weeks, then make a break for one week (menstruation begins). Skip the pills are not allowed. Diana 35 used:

• as contraception to prevent unwanted pregnancies;
• when the content in the blood of a large number of female androgen, which is accompanied by an increased sebum with a change in its chemical composition, acne, body hair male pattern baldness at women uncharacteristic areas of the scalp.

Reception Diana 35 is contraindicated in:

• intolerance to individual components of the drug;
• in severe liver diseases in violation of its functions;
• at an elevated blood clotting and a tendency to form blood clots;
• for atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease with severe symptoms;
• in diabetes with changes from the blood vessels;
• for any benign or malignant tumors (hormones stimulate their growth), endometriosis;
• pancreatitis, which was accompanied by lipid metabolism disorders;
• uterine bleeding of unknown nature;
• migraine with focal neurological symptoms;
• Pregnancy and breast-feeding the child;
• If an operation, you need to cancel Diane 35 for 1, 5 months before.

Precautions Diana 35 is used for high blood pressure High blood pressure - one of the most frequent pathologies , Diabetes, varicose veins, and all types of seizures.

Side effects that may occur while taking Diane 35

Upon receipt of Diana 35, the following side effects:

• by the hormonal system: bloating and breast enlargement, weight gain, decreased sex drive, uterine bleeding, a change in the chemical properties of vaginal discharge;
• From the nervous system: headache (including migraine), depressed mood;
• from the gastrointestinal tract: nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;
• on the part of the circulatory system: high blood pressure;
• Skin and mucous membranes: the appearance of age spots on the face, enhanced by solar irradiation; poor tolerance of contact lenses.
• Allergic reaction - skin rash Rash: Classification - primary and secondary elements .

Diana 35 produced a reliable pharmaceutical company Schering (Germany).

Galina Romanenko

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