Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Amethyst Tablet

Amethyst Tablet

Generic nameethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel
Drug classEstrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
FormsTablet

Amethyst is a continuous-cycle, low-dose combined oral contraceptive tablet containing levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol. It is taken every day without placebo or hormone-free breaks to prevent pregnancy and stop monthly periods.

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  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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