Intimacy 0.075mg Tablet 28'S

Introduction About INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET contains Desogestrel which belongs to the group of
medicines called Oral contrace
progestogen-only-pill (contrace
hormone known as progestogen) which is used to manage pregnancy in women.

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to
Desogestrel. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from
thrombosis (blood clot in a vein), and/or who have/suspected of breast cancer.
The medicine is also not indicated for use in patients suffering from unusual
vaginal bleeding, pulmonary embolism, jaundice (yellowing of skin), and/or
severe liver disease.

Before taking INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes,
epilepsy, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, chloasma (yellowish-brown
pigmentation patches on the skin, particularly of the face), and/or kidney
problems.

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and in women
planning for pregnancy which is advised to be used with caution in breastfeeding
women.

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET should be used with caution in adolescent girls (aged
12-19 years) and is advised to be used with caution in elderly women (aged
50-years and above) after consulting the doctor.

The most common side effects of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET are mood alteration,
depressed mood, decreased sexual drive (libido), headache, nausea, breast pain,
and/or irregular/absence of menstruation. Consult your doctor if any of these
symptoms worsen.

Uses Of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET

• Prevents pregnancy

How INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET Works

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET works by managing the sperm cells from entering the womb
and changes the lining of uterus by increasing the thickness of cervical mucus
thus managing the fertilization process and reducing the chance of pregnancy in
required individuals.

How to use INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET

Take INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will
decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects Of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET

Common

• mood altered, depressed mood, decreased sexual drive (libido)
• headache
• nausea
• acne
• breast pain, irregular/absence of menstruation
• increased body weight

Uncommon

• vaginal infection
• difficulties in wearing contact lenses
• vomiting
• hair loss
• painful menstruation, ovarian cyst
• tiredness

Rare

• rash, red itchy welts, painful blue-red skin lumps (erythema nodosum)

Stop taking INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• signs of thrombosis (blood clot in vein/artery) such as severe pain/swelling in either legs; unexplained chest pain, breathlessness, and/or unusual cough with blood
• signs of liver problems such as sudden, severe stomachache, jaundice (yellowing of skin or whites of eyes)
• suspected of cancer such as breast cancer (associated with symptoms such as lump in breast, swelling of breast, irritation of breast skin)
• unexplained vaginal bleeding
• signs of allergic (hypersensitivity) reactions such as swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty in breathing, and/or difficulty in swallowing
• signs of ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside womb) such as sudden/severe pain in lower abdomen/stomach
• immobilized

How To Manage Side Effects

Headache:

If INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of
fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a
painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking
INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET. If it lasts more than a week or becomes severe, then
consult and inform your doctor.

Nausea and vomiting:

Take INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET with/just after a meal. Stick to simple meals.
Avoid eating oil rich/spicy foods, sugary snacks and drinks. Avoid drinking too
much liquid along with your meals, and drink slowly in between meals. Consult
your doctor if the condition worsens.

Tiredness:

Make sure you take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid or limit the
consum
can sit down (or lie down) when the symptoms are at their worst. Avoid driving
or using tools or machinery until you feel well.

Rashes:

Do not scratch the affected area. Wear protective clothing while going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom
gets worse.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy
and in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor immediately if you are
suspected of pregnancy in management with INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET.

!### Breastfeeding

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.
Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Driving and Using Machines

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is unlikely to affect your ability to drive/operate
machines.

!### Kidney

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems such as chronic kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking
INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET.

!### Liver

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with/history of
jaundice (yellowing of skin), severe liver disease. It should be taken with
caution in patients with other liver problems such as liver cancer. Consult your
doctor before taking INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET.

!### Allergy

Do not take INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET if you are allergic to Desogestrel, and/any
other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking the
medicine.

!### Lungs

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with lung
problems such as pulmonary embolism. Consult your doctor before taking INTIMACY
0.075MG TABLET.

Others

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

• have thrombosis (blood clot in a vein) such as deep venous thrombosis
• have/suspected of breast cancer
• have unusual vaginal bleeding

Before taking INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• have diabetes
• suffer from epilepsy, tuberculosis
• have high blood pressure
• have/had chloasma (yellowish-brown pigmentation patches on the skin, particularly of the face)
• have intolerance to certain sugars (such as lactose)

Use in Pediatrics:

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET should be used with caution in adolescent girls (aged
12-19 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Use in Geriatrics:

INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 50
years and above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any
of the following medicine:

• medicines used for epilepsy (Ex. primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, felbamate, topiramate, phenobarbital)
• medicines used manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, rifabutin)
• medicines used to manage HIV infections (Ex. ritonavir, nelfinavir, nevirapine, efavirenz)
• medicines used to manage Hepatitis C virus infection (Ex. boceprevir, telaprevir)
• medicines used to manage other infectious diseases (Ex. griseofulvin)
• bosentan (used to manage high blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs)
• St.John’s wort (herbal medicine used to manage depressive moods)
• medicines used to manage certain bacterial infections (Ex. clarithromycin, erythromycin)
• medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole, itraconazole, fluconazole)
• high blood pressure (hypertension)
• diltiazem (used to manage high blood pressure, angina, certain heart rhythm disorders)
• ciclosporin (used to manage organ rejection after transplantation)
• lamotrigine (used to manage seizures)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms that may
occur are nausea, vomiting, and/or slight vaginal bleeding.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Desogestrel
Pharmacological Category	:	Progestin Contrace
Therapeutic Indication	:	Prevents pregnancy
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

More Information

• Keep INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET

Q. What is INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET and why is it used?

A. INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET contains Desogestrel which belongs to the group of
medicines called Oral contrace
(contrace
progestogen) to manage pregnancy in women.

Q. What are the side effects of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET?

A.The most common side effects of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET are mood alteration,
depressed mood, decreased sexual drive (libido), headache, nausea, breast pain,
and/or irregular/absence of menstruation. Consult your doctor if any of these
symptoms worsen.

Q. How INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is taken?

A. Take INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the
medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body
weight, and disease condition.

Q.How INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET works?

A.INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET works by managing the sperm cells from entering the
womb and changes the lining of uterus by increasing the thickness of cervical
mucus thus managing the fertilization process and reducing the chance of
pregnancy in required individuals.

Q. What happens if INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET is taken more than its required
dosage?

A. If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of INTIMACY 0.075MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms that may
occur are nausea, vomiting, and/or slight vaginal bleeding.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Blood test
• Urine analysis