Alesse - an efficient contraceptive

Alesse is a birth control contraceptive pill for women. Known as ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel, Alesse contains female hormones which are combined to prevent the release of the egg in the ovary, (ovulation).

Alesse also makes changes to cervical mucus and to the uterine lining which makes it difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, or in fact for an already fertilised egg to attach to the uterus. These characteristics make it a particularly effective and efficient contraceptive. Alesse is also marketed under other brand names such as Tri-leven, Triphasil, Trivora, Triphasil-28, Levlite, Levlen, and Levota.

Alesse - Precautions of use

The method of using Alesse is cyclic. In other words it is designed to be taken on time regularly in a certain cycle. If you happen to miss a pill it can lead to pregnancy, so this means a certain amount of discipline is required to use this contraceptive.

Women should not use this Alesse if:

* They are pregnant or have recently had a child
* They have medical problems such as heart, or blood circulation problems (in particular circulation problems caused by diabetes), blood clots, or uterine or breast cancers (which are related to hormones), high blood pressure, liver problems, or menstrual bleeding.
* You are already breast-feeding another child, as the pill may harm the child by being passed on through the breast milk.
* You’re a smoker above the age of 35, as there is an increase in chances of developing heart problems.
* You on other medication which may interfere with the effectiveness of the contraceptive, (risk of pregnancy).

It is also advisable to discuss with your doctor any other substances you may be taking including daily vitamins and minerals or over the counter medications such as cough mixtures.

This contraceptive is also one that requires to be taken for several days to build up contraceptive protection. Therefore during this time alternative methods of contraception must be use such as spermicides and condoms, or abstinence.

Alesse 28 side-effects

Some worrying side-effects have been recorded among the users of Alesse, including reduction in the production of breast milk, and more seriously birth defects. Other Alesse side-effects have been observed including depression, increased hair growth, skin darkening, eye irritation with contact lenses, swelling and numbness, and nausea.


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