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What is Altavera
LevonorgestrelThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryLevonorgestrel (LNG) is a type of progestin hormone used in contraception and hormone therapy. It is known by the brand name Plan B and is used as an emergency contraceptive, an intrauterine device (IUD), or a subdermal implant that slowly releases the hormone over time. Levonorgestrel is the most commonly used emergency contraceptive and is known to be very effective with minimal side effects. It was approved by the FDA in 1982.
Triphasil-21is the brand name
Altavera Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Triphasil-21
Levonorgestrel
1984
243
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Levonorgestrel, also known as Triphasil-21, is approved by the FDA for 6 uses including Has had at least 1 child and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis .Has had at least 1 child
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Used to treat Postmenopausal Osteoporosis in combination with Estradiol
Menopause
Used to treat severe Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause in combination with Estradiol
moderate Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
Used to treat moderate Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms in combination with Estradiol
Emergency Contraception
Hot flashes
Used to treat Menopause in combination with Estradiol
Effectiveness
How Altavera Affects PatientsLevonorgestrel is a contraceptive that helps to prevent pregnancy. If taken within 72 hours of intercourse, it is 89% effective. When administered in the form of an intrauterine device or implant, it is more than 99% effective. Additionally, it can be taken as part of a hormonal therapy to help reduce the risk of developing endometrial cancer caused by unopposed estrogen administration.
How Altavera works in the bodyLevonorgestrel is used in oral contraceptives to prevent ovulation. It stops the release of hormones from the hypothalamus which normally triggers an egg to be released from the ovaries. It also thickens the cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to reach the egg. Finally, it changes the endometrium, making it less likely for a fertilized egg to implant. Levonorgestrel is also used in combination with estrogen to reduce the risk of endometrial cancer.
When to interrupt dosage
The amount of Altavera is contingent upon the diagnosed condition, including Endometrial Hyperplasia, Emergency Contraception and Hypermenorrhea. Dosage fluctuates as per the method of dispersion showcased in the table below.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Hypermenorrhea
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Emergency Contraception
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Hot flashes
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Endometrial Hyperplasia
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Has had at least 1 child
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
moderate Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Endometriosis
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Menopause
, 0.75 mg, 1.5 mg, 52.0 mg, 1.39 mg, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 36.0 mg, 0.25 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.075 mg, 13.5 mg, 0.09 mg, 1.5 mg/mg, 19.5 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.03 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.45 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.3 mg
Oral, Kit - Oral, , Kit, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Intrauterine, Intrauterine device, Intrauterine device - Intrauterine, Transdermal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Insert, extended release - Intrauterine, Subcutaneous, Implant, Implant - Subcutaneous, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral
Warnings
Altavera has forty-three contraindications, so it should not be consumed if you have any of the conditions indicated in the following table.Altavera ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Septic Abortion
Do Not Combine
undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
Do Not Combine
infected abortions
Do Not Combine
HCG elevated
Do Not Combine
Pelvic Infection
Do Not Combine
Vaginitis
Do Not Combine
Acute Coryza
Do Not Combine
presence or history of breast cancer
Do Not Combine
Uterine Cervicitis
Do Not Combine
Communicable Diseases
Do Not Combine
gonococcal cervical infection
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Intrauterine Devices
Do Not Combine
Neoplasms, Hepatic
Do Not Combine
congenital or aquired uterine abnormality
Do Not Combine
Chlamydia Infections
Do Not Combine
Hypersensitivity
Do Not Combine
Emergency Contraception
Do Not Combine
Bacterial Endocarditis
Do Not Combine
lower genital tract infection
Do Not Combine
suspected pregnancy
Do Not Combine
Uterine Cervicitis
Do Not Combine
uterine neoplasia
Do Not Combine
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Do Not Combine
history of progestogen-sensitive breast cancer
Do Not Combine
Cervical Neoplasia
Do Not Combine
Fibroid Tumor
Do Not Combine
Postpartum Endometritis
Do Not Combine
chlamydial cervical infection
Do Not Combine
PAP Test Abnormalities
Do Not Combine
acute liver disease
Do Not Combine
Uterine anomaly distorting uterine cavity
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Cervical Dysplasia
Do Not Combine
Thromboembolism
Do Not Combine
Bacterial Vaginosis
Do Not Combine
history of pelvic inflammatory disease
Do Not Combine
Breast
Do Not Combine
Vaginal Bleeding
Do Not Combine
Bacterial Vaginosis
Do Not Combine
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Do Not Combine
gonococcal cervical infection
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Levonorgestrel may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Altavera Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Astemizole
Major
The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Levonorgestrel.
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Levonorgestrel.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Levonorgestrel.
Copanlisib
Major
The metabolism of Copanlisib can be decreased when combined with Levonorgestrel.
Crizotinib
Major
The metabolism of Crizotinib can be decreased when combined with Levonorgestrel.
Altavera Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of levonorgestrel in rats is greater than 5000 mg/kg. An overdose of this drug can lead to nausea and bleeding, for which there is no specific antidote. If an overdose occurs, provide supportive care and contact the local poison control center.
Altavera Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Altavera?
99 active studies are currently assessing the potential of Altavera to alleviate Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Has had at least 1 child and Endometrial Hyperplasia.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Endometriosis
32 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1
Menopause
0 Actively Recruiting
Hot flashes
22 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Has had at least 1 child
0 Actively Recruiting
Emergency Contraception
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Endometrial Hyperplasia
9 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable
Hypermenorrhea
0 Actively Recruiting
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4
moderate Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms
0 Actively Recruiting
Altavera Reviews: What are patients saying about Altavera?
5Patient Review
1/26/2020 I've been on this medicine for four years and it's really helped me. If you're experiencing breakthrough bleeding, it might be worth looking into a higher dosage or a different pill altogether.
4.3Patient Review
12/22/2021 So far, I've been really pleased with this acne medication. My skin has cleared up considerably within the first week, and there haven't been any weird side effects that I've noticed.
4.3Patient Review
1/29/2020 Though this has successfully prevented pregnancy for me, I have experienced some bad side effects like increased crying, lower sex drive, and headaches. On the bright side, my period is very light and I haven't gained any weight (and might have even lost some).
4Patient Review
1/30/2018 This has been a life-changing medication for me. I originally started taking it for my ovarian cysts and painful periods, but it's helped with so much more. My periods are lighter now, and I barely have any pain or bloating during my cycle. Plus, no acne or weight gain!
3.3Patient Review
10/6/2022 I took this for about seven months. At first, I didn't think it was doing anything different from my other birth control medication. However, a few months in I started getting really bad headaches. I was also throwing up every day and dealing with some serious mood swings and depression. Overall, not a great experience.
3.3Patient Review
2/25/2021 While this medication lightened my periods, it also made me feel worse in other ways. I gained a lot of weight and felt more depressed while taking it.
3Patient Review
6/20/2022 I used to have extremely clear skin and this made my acne absolutely horrible!!! I also had horrible cramps with my period every month and am so glad to be getting off of this pill
2.7Patient Review
11/6/2022 I was disappointed that this brand of birth control didn't come with the weekly-labeling stickers. Additionally, I began seeing negative effects on my skin and hair health within days of starting to take this pill. My skin started breaking out and looked overall unhealthy, and my hair began thinning noticeably.
2.7Patient Review
4/26/2021 Helps to prevent pregnancy. However, I experienced severe headaches and nausea after taking this birth control which never happened when I was taking levora.
1.7Patient Review
10/14/2022 I started this pill in July and it is now October. I have been bleeding on and off the entire time, and it is starting to get worse. I am tired of always having to use pads, and I am considering stopping this birth control pill.
1.7Patient Review
9/11/2021 I felt awful taking this pill. I had a headache, nausea, and diarrhea every day! Definitely do not recommend it.
1.3Patient Review
11/17/2021 The anger I felt while on this pill was really unacceptable. Thankfully, I've since switched back to my old prescription and am feeling much better now.
1Patient Review
3/15/2022 These pills caused me a range of issues including chest pains, headaches, cramps and nausea. I'm so disappointed that my doctor prescribed these to me instead of something that wouldn't make me feel worse.
Patient Q&A Section about altavera
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What type of birth control is Altavera?
"Altavera is a combination of a synthetic progestin and estrogen in pill form taken orally. There are 21 active peach pills and 7 white inactive pills in each package."
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What are the side effects of Altavera?
"Possible side effects of the medication include nausea, vomiting, headache, bloating, breast tenderness, fluid retention, weight change, vaginal bleeding, and missed or irregular periods."
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Is Altavera birth control good?
"Overall, reviewers seem to have negative experiences with Altavera for Birth control. Out of 10, the average rating is 4.4, with 28% of reviewers having positive experiences and 52% having negative experiences."
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What hormones are in Altavera?
"Altavera is a generic birth control pill for women. It contains two naturally occurring hormones that prevent ovulation and change both the cervical and uterine linings to impede the movement of sperm and prevent the attachment of a fertilized egg."
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