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What is Nuvaring
EtonogestrelThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryEthinylestradiol is a synthetic form of the hormone estrogen. It was first created in 1938 and was found to be more easily absorbed by the body when taken orally. This made it a popular choice in birth control pills, replacing the hormone mestranol. Ethinylestradiol was approved by the FDA in 1943.
NuvaRingis the brand name
Nuvaring Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
NuvaRing
Etonogestrel
2001
15
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Etonogestrel, otherwise called NuvaRing, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses such as Contraceptive implant therapy .Contraceptive implant therapy
Effectiveness
How Nuvaring Affects PatientsEthinylestradiol is a synthetic form of estrogen that helps to stop ovulation and reduce the growth of the endometrium. It is usually taken once daily and is considered to be a safe drug, although it can cause an increased risk of thrombotic events. Patients should be made aware of this risk before taking the drug.
How Nuvaring works in the bodyEthinylestradiol is a hormone used in combined oral contraceptives. It stops ovulation by preventing the release of hormones that control it. It also thickens cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to travel, and prevents changes in the endometrium that are necessary for pregnancy. Ethinylestradiol also lowers luteinizing hormone levels, which reduces blood flow to the uterus, and increases sex hormone binding globulin, which reduces the amount of hormones available in the body.
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended dose of Nuvaring is contingent upon the recognized condition, for example Acne Vulgaris, Hormonal Contraception and Folate supplementation therapy. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the method of delivery, specified in the table hereunder.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Contraceptive implant therapy
11.7 mg, , 11.4 mg, 0.012 mg/hour, 68.0 mg
, Vaginal, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring, Ring - Vaginal, Subcutaneous, Implant - Subcutaneous, Implant
Birth Control
11.7 mg, , 11.4 mg, 0.012 mg/hour, 68.0 mg
, Vaginal, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring, Ring - Vaginal, Subcutaneous, Implant - Subcutaneous, Implant
Reproductive Age
11.7 mg, , 11.4 mg, 0.012 mg/hour, 68.0 mg
, Vaginal, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring, Ring - Vaginal, Subcutaneous, Implant - Subcutaneous, Implant
Hormonal Contraception
11.7 mg, , 11.4 mg, 0.012 mg/hour, 68.0 mg
, Vaginal, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring, Ring - Vaginal, Subcutaneous, Implant - Subcutaneous, Implant
Warnings
Nuvaring has twenty-six contraindications. It should not be used in combination with the circumstances outlined in the following table.Nuvaring ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Etonogestrel may interact with Pulse Frequency
Pulmonary Embolism
Do Not Combine
undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
Do Not Combine
Coronary Disease
Do Not Combine
Liver Failure, Acute
Do Not Combine
Hypersensitivity
Do Not Combine
Atrial Fibrillation
Do Not Combine
Metrorrhagia
Do Not Combine
Hereditary Angioedema Type III
Do Not Combine
diabetes mellitus with vascular disease
Do Not Combine
valvular thrombogenesis
Do Not Combine
Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Smokers
Do Not Combine
Stroke
Do Not Combine
Pulmonary Embolism
Do Not Combine
Breast
Do Not Combine
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Thromboembolism
Do Not Combine
Liver Neoplasms
Do Not Combine
Congenital hypercoagulation
Do Not Combine
Breast
Do Not Combine
Hypertensive disease
Do Not Combine
Liver Neoplasms
Do Not Combine
Hypersensitivity
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Venous Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Aphasia, Acquired
Do Not Combine
Common Nuvaring Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Tranexamic acid
Major
Etonogestrel may increase the thrombogenic activities of Tranexamic acid.
Abacavir
Minor
Etonogestrel may decrease the excretion rate of Abacavir which could result in a higher serum level.
Acetohexamide
Minor
The therapeutic efficacy of Acetohexamide can be decreased when used in combination with Etonogestrel.
Aclidinium
Minor
Etonogestrel may decrease the excretion rate of Aclidinium which could result in a higher serum level.
Acrivastine
Minor
Etonogestrel may decrease the excretion rate of Acrivastine which could result in a higher serum level.
Nuvaring Toxicity & Overdose RiskWomen who take too much of this drug may have symptoms such as irregular bleeding, nausea, vomiting, tender breasts, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and fatigue. Treatment for an overdose should involve monitoring potassium and sodium levels and looking out for signs of metabolic acidosis.
Nuvaring Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Nuvaring?
38 active clinical trials are being conducted to evaluate the potential of Nuvaring for Folate supplementation therapy, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and Menopausal treatment.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Hormonal Contraception
0 Actively Recruiting
Reproductive Age
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Contraceptive implant therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Birth Control
24 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Nuvaring Reviews: What are patients saying about Nuvaring?
5Patient Review
9/24/2022 I've been using the Nuva Ring for about 2.5 years now, and it's helped me so much with my endometriosis. I only get 3 periods a year, and they're very light with hardly any cramping. It's also really easy to insert and remove. The only downside is that I sometimes get sore boobs and mood swings during the last few days of my cycle; but overall, this has been by far the best method of birth control that I've tried (and I've tried a lot).
5Patient Review
11/7/2022 I love this treatment because it stops my periods. I don't have to worry about gaining weight or having mood swings, and there's no risk of pregnancy!
3.7Patient Review
6/9/2022 I chose this birth control method to prevent pregnancy after having two children close together. It was great for the first four years, but then I started experiencing random yeast infections, bleeding during sex, and constant aching in my uterus. These side effects were too much to deal with, so I had to stop taking it.
3Patient Review
3/12/2022 I experienced a significant decrease in mental well-being after starting this medication. I had more anxiety attacks and felt much more suicidal. If you can, please try another option.
2.7Patient Review
4/27/2022 I got aura migraines for the first time after starting this treatment. They were so bad that I started getting them weekly. My mental health also took a nose dive and I became suicidal and depressed. Plus, even though I used it perfectly (taking it out and putting it back exactly how it's meant to), I still got pregnant. Maybe my body just determined to have kids... ??
Patient Q&A Section about nuvaring
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Do NuvaRing make you gain weight?
"There is no evidence to suggest that using birth control rings like NuvaRing or Annovera will lead to either weight gain or weight loss."
Answered by AI
What are the disadvantages of a NuvaRing?
"Although the ring is generally safe, you may not feel comfortable inserting or removing it from your vagina. In the first few months, you can have spotting and bleeding. It may also cause temporary side effects, such as increased vaginal discharge, headaches, nausea, breast tenderness, and mood changes. However, the ring does not protect against STIs."
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Why you shouldn't use NuvaRing?
"Although it's not common, there are some risks associated with using Annovera and NuvaRing. These risks include heart attack, stroke, blood clots, and liver tumors. In very rare cases, they can even lead to death."
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Is NuvaRing effective as soon as you put it in?
"If you start using the ring within 5 days of your period, it will protect you from pregnancy immediately. If you start using it more than 5 days after your period, you should use condoms as well for the first 7 days."
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