Aviane is the brand name for the combination medication ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel. According to Drugs.com, Aviane is an oral medication used primarily to prevent pregnancy but can be used for other conditions as recommended by a health care provider. RxList states that oral contraceptives such as Aviane are highly effective.
Function
According to Drugs.com, Aviane works by stopping the unfertilized egg from releasing out of the ovary (ovulation). Aviane also changes the condition of the cervix and uterus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus and for a fertilized egg to cling to the uterine lining.
Important Factors
Drugs.com states Aviane should not be used while pregnant or recently after giving birth. Patients should not take Aviane if any of the following conditions apply: a history of blood clots, smoking, poor circulation, hormone-related cancers such as breast or uterine, abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease or cancer, high blood pressure, migraine headaches, heart valve disorder or a history of jaundice caused by oral contraceptives.
Proper Use
According to Drugs.com, patients should take Aviane exactly as prescribed by a health care provider in the ordered amount and for the recommended time frame. Take the first pill on the first day of your period or on the first Sunday after your period begins. Drugs.com states a backup birth control method such as condoms may be needed when first starting Aviane. Take one pill everyday at approximately the same time. Do not wait longer than 24 hours between doses. According to Drugs.com, missing a pill will increase the chance of becoming pregnant. If a pill is missed, take two pills that day and then return to the regularly scheduled dosing.
Side Effects
Drugs.com states emergency medical assistance should be contacted if any of the following side effects occur: hives, trouble breathing or swelling of throat, face, lips or tongue. Stop taking Aviane if you experience sudden weakness or numbness, especially on one side of the body, sudden confusion or headache, pain behind the eyes, vision, speech or balance problems, pain in the chest, nausea, sweating, loss of appetite, dark urine, swelling of the hands, feet or ankles and mood changes such as depression.
Safety
According to Drugs.com, patients should avoid smoking while taking Aviane, especially patients over the age of 35. Smoking increases the risk of blood clots, heart attack and stroke. Drugs.com attests Aviane will not protect against sexually transmitted diseases including HIV and AIDS.
Federal Approval
Aviane is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as an oral contraceptive for the prevention of pregnancy.
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