Ormexi 60mg Tablet is a medicine used as an oral contraceptive pill. It helps to prevent pregnancy as it does not allow implantation of the fertilized ovum to the womb (uterus).

Ormexi 60mg Tablet works either by blocking the effects of a chemical in the body or mimicks some of the helpful effects of chemicals after the menopause in women

Uses of Ormexi Tablet

Contraception

Benefits of Ormexi Tablet

In Contraception

Ormexi 60mg Tablet is a contraceptive medicine that stops you from getting pregnant. It is a reliable and safe method for contraception, if used correctly. It does not interrupt with sex and you can lead a normal routine life without any worries. Take it as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit.

How to use Ormexi Tablet

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. Ormexi 60mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ormexi 60mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ormexi 60mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ormexi 60mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Ormexi 60mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Ormexi 60mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Ormexi 60mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Ormexi 60mg Tablet is used as an oral contraceptive pill. Being a non-hormonal medicine, it has minimal side effects as compared to other hormonal birth control medicines.
It is also used in the treatment of dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
Ormexi 60mg Tablet may cause delayed periods in few women. However, this occurs in about 8% of users, usually in the first three months.
Ormexi 60mg Tablet is safe for breastfeeding women.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Flavonoids and Ether

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GYNAECOLOGICAL

Action Class

Selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERM)- OCP

Patient concerns

Contraception and birth control

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FAQs

What is Ormexi 60mg Tablet and for what it is used for?

Ormexi 60mg Tablet contains a non-hormonal medicine, i.e. Centchroman/Ormeloxifene. It is used as an oral contraceptive medicine. It may also be used in the treatment of uterine bleeding.

How and in what dose should I take Ormexi 60mg Tablet?

You should take Ormexi 60mg Tablet, as advised by your doctor. However, for contraception, you are required to take two tablets a week for the first 12 weeks ( for e.g. on Sunday and Wednesday), and then one tablet a week. It is also advisable to use condom, in addition to taking Ormexi 60mg Tablet, for the period of the first 8 weeks of use.

I am breastfeeding my baby. Is Ormexi 60mg Tablet safe for me?

Yes, Ormexi 60mg Tablet is safe for breastfeeding mothers as it is a non-hormonal and non-steroidal medicine.

If I become pregnant while on Ormexi 60mg Tablet, will my fetus be harmed?

Such a situation is called method failure where contraception fails to prevent pregnancy. In case you conceive even after taking Ormexi 60mg Tablet, there is nothing to worry about. This medicine does not cause abnormalities in the fetus and the baby has normal growth and development. However, stop taking this medicine as soon as you get to know about your pregnancy.

Does Ormexi 60mg Tablet cause vaginal discharge, spotting, breakthrough bleeding or menorrhagia?

No, Ormexi 60mg Tablet does not cause vaginal discharge, spotting, breakthrough bleeding or menorrhagia.

What if I miss my pill?

Take the missed pill as soon as you remember. If the pill is missed by 1 or more days but less than 7 days, follow the regular schedule and use an alternate method (e.g. condoms) till the next period. If the pill is missed by more than 7 days, restart the schedule like a new user.

What are the common side effects of taking Ormexi 60mg Tablet?

As per the clinical studies conducted so far in women of reproductive age groups, Ormexi 60mg Tablet (Centchroman or Ormeloxifene) has been found to be safe and free from the common side effects of hormonal birth control pills. If any new sign or symptom bothers you while taking Ormexi 60mg Tablet, please consult with your doctor.

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References

Lal J, Nitynand S, Asthana OP, Nagaraja NV, et al. Optimization of Contraceptive Dosage Regimen of Centchroman. Contraception. 2001;63(1):47-51. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
Gandotra N, Sharma P, Sharma A, et al. The role of Sevista (ormeloxifene) in the management of dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2017;6(1):219-22. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:

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