Bekyree

Birth Control, Acne Vulgaris, Folate supplementation therapy + 5 more

Treatment

1 FDA approval

19 Active Studies for Bekyree

What is Bekyree

Ethinylestradiol

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Ethinylestradiol is a synthetic estrogen created in 1938. It was designed to have a higher absorption rate in the body when taken orally, compared to other estrogens. It was approved by the FDA in 1943 and is most commonly used in birth control pills.

LOESTRIN Fe 1.5/30

is the brand name

Bekyree Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

LOESTRIN Fe 1.5/30

Ethinylestradiol

1973

679

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Ethinylestradiol, also known as LOESTRIN Fe 1.5/30, is approved by the FDA for 1 uses including Birth Control .

Birth Control

Used to treat Contraception in combination with Levonorgestrel

Effectiveness

How Bekyree Affects Patients

Ethinylestradiol is a synthetic hormone taken once a day to prevent ovulation. It works by reducing the amount of luteinizing hormone in the body and decreasing the production of certain hormones that stimulate ovulation. It is generally considered safe, but patients should be aware of the potential for thrombotic events.

How Bekyree works in the body

Ethinylestradiol is a synthetic form of the hormone estrogen. Taking estrogen can reduce bone density. It is also used in combined oral contraceptives to prevent pregnancy. It works by suppressing the hormones that cause ovulation and thickening the cervical mucus to stop sperm from entering the uterus. It also stops changes in the endometrium that would be necessary for a fertilized egg to implant. Ethinylestradiol lowers luteinizing hormone, which reduces the blood flow to the endometrium. It also increases sex hormone binding globulin.

When to interrupt dosage

The prescribed dosage of Bekyree is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, such as Acne Vulgaris, Hormonal Contraception and Folate supplementation therapy. The magnitude of dosage likewise varies, according to the procedure of administration detailed in the accompanying table.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Birth Control

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Patient desires oral contraception for birth control

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Menopause

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Hormonal Contraception

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Acne Vulgaris

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Folate supplementation therapy

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Acne Vulgaris

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Osteoporosis

, 0.02 mg, 0.0025 mg, 0.03 mg, 0.0035 mg/hour, 0.005 mg, 2.7 mg, 0.035 mg, 0.6 mg, 2.6 mg, 0.05 mg, 0.5 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.025 mg, 0.0015 mg/hour, 0.04 mg, 0.01 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.075 mg, 0.105 mg, 0.07 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.75 mg/[USP'U], 0.0075 mg/hour, 17.4 mg, 0.085 mg, 2.3 mg

, Kit, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral, Transdermal, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Insert, extended release, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Warnings

Bekyree has twenty-six contraindications, and should not be employed in association with the conditions detailed in the following table.

Bekyree Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Smoking

Do Not Combine

Metrorrhagia

Do Not Combine

estrogen-sensitive cancer

Do Not Combine

Thrombophlebitis

Do Not Combine

Venous Thrombosis

Do Not Combine

Venous Thrombosis

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Breast

Do Not Combine

Coronary Artery Disease

Do Not Combine

high risk of arterial thrombotic disease

Do Not Combine

Thromboembolism

Do Not Combine

Coronary Disease

Do Not Combine

Hypersensitivity

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Adrenal Insufficiency

Do Not Combine

major surgery with prolonged immobilization

Do Not Combine

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Hypertension

Do Not Combine

undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding

Do Not Combine

Breast Cancer

Do Not Combine

Liver Neoplasms

Do Not Combine

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Do Not Combine

Fibrosis

Do Not Combine

Breast

Do Not Combine

Renal Insufficiency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Ethinylestradiol may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Bekyree.

Common Bekyree Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Anastrozole

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Anastrozole can be decreased when used in combination with Ethinylestradiol.

Astemizole

Major

The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Ethinylestradiol.

Axitinib

Major

The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Ethinylestradiol.

Belinostat

Major

The metabolism of Belinostat can be increased when combined with Ethinylestradiol.

Binimetinib

Major

The metabolism of Binimetinib can be increased when combined with Ethinylestradiol.

Bekyree Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Women who overdose on Levonorgestrel may experience bleeding, nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and fatigue. Treatment for an overdose includes monitoring for potassium and sodium levels as well as signs of metabolic acidosis.

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Bekyree Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Bekyree?

38 clinical trials are presently being conducted to assess the potential of Bekyree in Folate supplementation, ameliorating Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and alleviating Menopausal Symptoms.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Birth Control

21 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 2

Hormonal Contraception

0 Actively Recruiting

Folate supplementation therapy

0 Actively Recruiting

Patient desires oral contraception for birth control

0 Actively Recruiting

Osteoporosis

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Acne Vulgaris

0 Actively Recruiting

Menopause

0 Actively Recruiting

Bekyree Reviews: What are patients saying about Bekyree?

4

Patient Review

9/6/2016

Bekyree for Birth Control

I had irregular bleeding for the first two months while taking this medication, but it eventually evened out. I also got some acne, but it was minor.

Patient Q&A Section about bekyree

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is breakthrough bleeding on pill?

"If you experience any unscheduled bleeding between periods or during pregnancy, this is known as breakthrough bleeding. It is usually a small amount of spotting, but some people have heavier bleeding. Breakthrough bleeding is a common side effect of using birth control."

Answered by AI

What to do if you miss 2 pills in a row?

"carry on taking your pills at the usual time

If you have missed two or more pills or started a new pack two or more days late, your protection against pregnancy may be affected. You should take the last pill you missed now, even if this means taking two pills in one day. Leave any earlier missed pills and carry on taking your pills at the usual time."

Answered by AI

What type of birth control is Kariva?

"The Kariva contraception pill contains hormones that prevent ovulation from occurring, as well as thickening cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg. It also makes it more difficult for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterine lining."

Answered by AI

Can one missed pill cause pregnancy?

"If you miss just one pill, there is a chance you could get pregnant, but this chance is usually no higher than if you hadn't missed a pill. There is one exception to this rule: if you are taking progesterone-only pills, then your risk of pregnancy is higher than normal."

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Clinical Trials for Bekyree

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Lidocaine for Pain Control in Birth Control

18 - 50
Female
La Jolla, CA

The goal of this research study is to learn more about how different uses of a numbing medication might affect pain levels while getting an IUD placed. The investigators are also studying participants opinions of their clinicians' empathy. The investigators are inviting patients who arrive at their clinic visit seeking an IUD. Usually, at University of California, San Diego (UCSD), for patients who have never delivered a baby, clinicians use a buffered paracervical block for before IUD placement. The purpose of this research study is to investigate whether a "buffered" (2 cc of sodium bicarbonate, 18 cc of 1% lidocaine) paracervical block (numbing medication given on both sides of the cervix) is effective in reducing pain during IUD placement in individuals with prior C-sections, the difference between buffered and unbuffered for nulliparous patients, and whether a medicated gel reduces pain with the paracervical block.

Recruiting
Paid Trial

University of California, San Diego

Sheila K Mody, MD, MPH

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HAPPI Software for Birth Control Access

18+
All Sexes
Del Mar, CA

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if use of the HAPPI software can improve pharmacist-provided birth control services. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does the HAPPI software make it easier for pharmacists to provide birth control services in their pharmacy? 2. Does the HAPPI software make it easier for patients to access birth control? Researchers will compare pharmacists' implementation and patients' access when using the HAPPI software and when not using the HAPPI software to see if the software improves implementation and access. Participants will include pharmacists and patients. Pharmacists will be asked to provide birth control services as normal while using the HAPPI software. Patients will be asked to receive birth control services from a pharmacist as normal, while using the HAPPI software.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

EmpoweRx, Inc

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Birth Control Pills and DNA Interaction

18 - 45
Female
Aurora, CO

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate how differences in specific parts of our DNA can influence how individual bodies break down the hormones contained within oral contraceptive pills, which could affect how well these birth control pills work to prevent pregnancy. The investigators are also interested in exploring how these differences in our DNA can also explain why patients taking the exact same formulation of birth control pill will experience very different side effects. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do individuals with the CYP3A7\*1C variant have increased metabolism of both desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol when taking a combined oral contraceptive pill? * Do individuals with the CYP3A7\*1C variant experience higher rates of breakthrough ovulation while taking a desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol combined oral contraceptive pill? * What novel genetic loci are associated with alterations in steroid hormone pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics among a larger cohort of combined oral contraceptive pill users? Participants will take a specific formulation of combined oral contraceptive pill (desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol) and undergo the following procedures: * Blood draw to measure the amount of progestin and estrogen in their system from the combined oral contraceptive pill * Questionnaires to assess side effects possibly caused by the combined oral contraceptive pill * Blood draw to measure endogenous hormone levels and biomarkers that may be affected by the combined oral contraceptive pill * A transvaginal ultrasound to measure any ovarian follicles (optional procedure)

Phase 4
Recruiting

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (+2 Sites)

Aaron M Lazorwitz, MD, PhD

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Game-Based Learning Intervention for Health Behaviors

9 - 15
All Sexes
Bryan, TX

The study aims to implement Using the Connect (UTC), an innovative, game-based intervention designed to increase protective factors and decrease adolescent pregnancies. This intervention will be implemented in Texas middle schools and community-based organizations. The long-term goal is to promote optimal health in youth and prevent adolescent pregnancy in populations disproportionately impacted by adolescent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates. The short-term objective is to conduct a robust, multi-site clustered randomized controlled trial to evaluate implementation outcomes and the impact of UTC, a novel theory-based game developed using powerful and effective human-centered design (HCD) strategies, on intention to delay sexual activity.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

HYPE (+2 Sites)

Brittany Rosen, PhD, MEd

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Progestin Contraceptives for Birth Control Effects

18 - 40
Female
Portland, OR

The purpose of the study is to learn more about menstrual changes in progestin contraception users. The investigators are hoping to find out what changes in the endometrium lead to different bleeding patterns during the first year of progestin contraception use. Participants will choose to receive the contraceptive implant (Etonogestrel implant also called Nexplanon) or the contraceptive injectable (Depo-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) also called Depo-Provera) for up to 12 months. They will be asked to have 4 endometrial biopsies over the course of the study, as well as blood draws, physical exams, and pregnancy tests. Participants will also use a daily text message or email diary to report bleeding patterns. This study's plan is to comprehensively phenotype bleeding patterns and profile the entire endometrium using single-cell RNA seq data (sCRNAseq).

Phase < 1
Recruiting

OHSU

Alison Edelman, MD

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Etonogestrel Implant for Emergency Birth Control

18 - 40
Female
Aurora, CO

The investigators propose a single site, single arm, open label mechanism of action pharmacodynamic pilot study of etonogestrel implant insertion prior to an luteinizing hormone (LH) surge. The investigators will evaluate ovulation rates via serum levels of reproductive hormones and transvaginal ultrasound findings following placement of an etonogestrel implant once the dominant follicle reaches a size of 15mm or greater, but prior to an LH surge, in persons with prior documented regular cycles and confirmed ovulation. The researchers' hypothesis is that ovulation will be inhibited if the etonogestrel implant is placed prior to an LH surge. Based on data from the Food and Drug Administration label for Nexplanon, etonogestrel rises to levels associated with ovulation suppression within 8 hours of placement. Given this rapid increase, it is therefore plausible to assume that ovulation can be inhibited by the implant if placed prior to an LH surge. This study is novel as there have been no published studies evaluating an etonogestrel implant for this indication. The contribution of this proposed research to the literature is significant because current recommendations from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) regarding timing of etonogestrel implant placement are stringent and not patient-centered. Any day insertion of the etonogestrel implant is supported by retrospective data and this pharmacodynamic data would further support the literature for any day insertion without the need for additional emergency contraception. If results support the investigators' hypothesis, it could increase access to contraception and decrease duplicative therapy.

Phase 4
Recruiting

University of Colorado Denver

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