Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Composition of Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Sevista 60 mg Tablet contains Centchroman (60mg). It belongs to the DPP-4 Inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Contraception

Key benefits

• In Contraception Sevista Tablet is a non-hormonal oral contraceptive used to prevent pregnancy. It works by altering the lining of the uterus
• making it less suitable for implantation. Taken once or twice a week as advised
• it offers a convenient and effective option for contraception with minimal hormonal side effects.

How Sevista 60 mg Tablet works

Sevista Tablet is a birth control pill. It acts by preventing the implantation of the fertilized ovum to the womb (uterus).

How to take Sevista 60 mg 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. Sevista Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Sevista Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Sevista than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Sevista are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• headache
• diarrhea
• upper respiratory tract infection

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with renal impairment. Monitor blood sugar levels regularly. Not recommended for patients with a history of pancreatitis.

Interactions with other medicines

May interact with other antidiabetic medications, diuretics, and medications that affect renal function.

How to store Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature (15-30°C), away from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Sevista 60 mg Tablet

Sevista Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill. Being a non-hormonal medicine, it has minimal side effects as compared to other hormonal birth control medicines. It is also used in the treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Sevista Tablet may cause delayed periods in few women. However, this occurs in about 8% of users, usually in the first three months. It is good for women who want an effective, reversible method of contraception (family planning) but not hormonal pills. Sevista Tablet may cause delayed periods in few women. However, this occurs in about 8% of users and usually in the first three months. The first pill should be taken on the first day of the period and the second pill three days later. Follow this for the first three months. Starting from the fourth month, take it once a week on the first pill day.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Drug class:

DPP-4 Inhibitor

Chemical class:

7- o- methylated isoflavonoids