Novelon
Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
Novelon is desogestrel with ethinylestradiol in a fixed-dose combined tablet for contraception, suppressing the release of gonadotropins.
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredients
- Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 0.15/0.3mg
Prescription rules on Novelon vary by country.
Novelon details
- Condition
- Contraception
- Alternative names
- Marvelon; Mercilon; Femilon
- Therapeutic class
- Combined oral contraceptive
- Pharmacological class
- Progestogen and oestrogen, fixed-dose
- Minor side effects
- nausea; abdominal pain; weight gain; headache; breast tenderness
- Moderate side effects
- mood swings; decreased libido; migraine
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- General sale, no prescription needed
- Manufacturer
- Organon
- Onset Time
- 1–3 months
- Duration
- Cycle dependent
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry place away from light.
- Drug interactions
- Anticonvulsants; St. John's Wort; Rifampicin
- Age restrictions
- For use in individuals of reproductive age.
Contraindications
history of venous thromboembolism; history of arterial thromboembolism; migraine with aura; severe hypertension; hepatic tumour; pregnancy
Precautions and warnings
increases risk of venous thrombosis; regular blood pressure monitoring recommended; may alter mood; discontinue if jaundice occurs
Serious side effects
venous thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; arterial thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; hypertension, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Novelon is desogestrel with ethinylestradiol in a fixed-dose combined tablet for contraception, suppressing the release of gonadotropins.
Mechanism of action
This medicine suppresses ovulation by inhibiting gonadotropin secretion and increases the viscosity of cervical mucus to prevent sperm penetration.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use if pregnant. Breastfeeding: Not recommended as it may reduce milk production.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Novelon
Novelon is a common name for the combination of desogestrel and ethinylestradiol, an effective medication used for contraception. This formulation is frequently sold under equivalent brand names such as Marvelon, Mercilon and Femilon. It is supplied as a tablet in the strength of 0.15/0.3mg.
Buying Novelon online
Novelon is registered across 13 markets, including Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand, with additional availability in Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. As one of the most ordered oral contraceptives across the region, it helps expats and individuals manage their health requirements far from home. Ordering generic equivalents, much of which is made in India, offers a far more affordable alternative to the original brand while ensuring consistent access for patients.