Alesse-28
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Dosing and Administration
To achieve maximum contraceptive effectiveness, Alesse® (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol tablets) must be taken exactly as directed and at intervals not exceeding 24 hours. The dosage of Alesse-28 is one pink tablet daily for 21 consecutive days, followed by one light-green inert tablet daily for 7 consecutive days, according to the prescribed schedule. It is recommended that Alesse-28 tablets be taken at the same time each day.
The dispenser should be kept in the wallet supplied to avoid possible fading of the pills. If the pills fade, patients should continue to take them as directed.
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Indications
Contraindications
Side Effects
Drug Interactions
Precautions
Overdose
Instructions for Administration
How Supplied
Pharmacokinetics and Molecular Data
FDA label
FDA on Alesse-28
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Publication Resources
Most Recent Articles on Alesse-28
Review Articles on Alesse-28
Articles on Alesse-28 in N Eng J Med, Lancet, BMJ
WikiDoc State of the Art Review
Textbook Information on Alesse-28
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Trial Resources
Ongoing Trials with Alesse-28 at Clinical Trials.gov
Trial Results with Alesse-28
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Guidelines & Evidence Based Medicine Resources
US National Guidelines Clearinghouse on Alesse-28
Cochrane Collaboration on Alesse-28
Cost Effectiveness of Alesse-28
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Media Resources
Powerpoint Slides on Alesse-28
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Patient Resources
Patient Information from National Library of Medicine
Patient Resources on Alesse-28
Discussion Groups on Alesse-28
Patient Handouts on Alesse-28
Blogs on Alesse-28
Alesse-28 in the News
Alesse-28 in the Marketplace
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International Resources
Alesse-28 en Español
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Adapted from the FDA Package Insert.