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Althea Tablet

Brand Name:   Althea
Strength:    2 mg + 35 mcg
Quantity:   21 Tablets
Form:   Tablet
Packaging Type:   Strip
Manufacturer/Marketed By:   Dkt Health Inc
Country of Origin:   Thailand
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Description

Althea Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing Ethinylestradiol and Cyproterone Acetate. It helps prevent pregnancy and may also improve acne, oily skin, and menstrual cycle regularity when taken as prescribed.

Benefits

  • Reliable birth control when taken correctly

  • Helps reduce acne, pimples, and excess oil

  • Promotes regular, lighter, and less painful periods

  • May reduce symptoms of PMS and hormonal imbalance

  • Convenient once-daily oral dosing

Indications and Usage

Althea Tablet is indicated for:

  • Prevention of pregnancy

  • Management of acne and oily skin linked to hormones

  • Regulation of irregular menstrual cycles

  • Treatment of androgen-related symptoms, if prescribed

Not intended for emergency contraception.

How it Works

Althea Tablet works by:

  • Preventing ovulation (release of an egg)

  • Thickening cervical mucus to block sperm entry

  • Thinning uterine lining to prevent implantation

  • Reducing androgen activity to help manage acne

Dosage & Administration

  • Take one tablet daily, ideally at the same time each day

  • Follow 21-day pill cycle, then a 7-day break (or as instructed)

  • If a dose is missed, follow physician or pack instructions

  • Do not stop suddenly without medical advice

  • Begin only after doctor evaluation if switching from another contraceptive

Side Effects

Common side effects:

  • Headache

  • Nausea

  • Breast tenderness

  • Mood changes

  • Mild weight changes

  • Spotting between periods

Serious side effects (seek urgent care):

  • Severe leg pain or swelling

  • Chest pain or shortness of breath

  • Vision or speech changes

  • High blood pressure

  • Signs of blood clot

Warning and Precaution

  • Not recommended for smokers over 35 years

  • Avoid in women with history of blood clots, stroke, liver disease, or breast cancer

  • May interact with certain medications — inform your doctor

  • Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

  • Does not protect against HIV or STIs — condoms required for protection

  • Report severe headaches, leg swelling, chest pain, or jaundice immediately

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