Introduction

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Uses of Lynes

Contraception

Side effects of Lynes

Nausea
Headache
Breast pain
Irregular uterine bleeding

How to use Lynes

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lynes may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Lynes works

Lynes is a combined oral contraceptive pill. It works by preventing the release of egg (ovulation) and affecting sperm movement in the womb to prevent its union with the egg. It also changes the lining of the womb and renders it unsuitable for pregnancy.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Lynes to help you prevent pregnancy.
It also results in lighter, less painful and more regular menstrual bleeding.
Take your pill at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
You may experience menstrual irregularities such as spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods or missed periods. Consult your doctor if this persists.
Do not use Lynes if you are obese, over 35, smoke, on prolonged bed rest or have a history of blood clots.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lynes. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Pregnancy: Lynes is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Lynes is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Lynes alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Kidney: There is limited information available on the use of Lynes in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Lynes in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.