Cryselle

Birth Control, Acne Vulgaris, Folate supplementation therapy + 5 more
Treatment
1 FDA approval
20 Active Studies for Cryselle

What is Cryselle

EthinylestradiolThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryLevonorgestrel (LNG) is a hormone used in birth control and hormone therapy. It is sold under the brand name Plan B and is used as a single dose for emergency contraception. Levonorgestrel is also available as an intrauterine device, subdermal implant, and as part of combination contraceptives. It was approved by the FDA in 1982 and is the most widely used emergency contraceptive worldwide due to its high efficacy and lack of estrogenic side effects.
LOESTRIN Fe 1.5/30is the brand name
image of different drug pills on a surface
Cryselle 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 Cryselle Affects PatientsLevonorgestrel is a type of emergency contraceptive pill that can be used to prevent pregnancy up to 72 hours after sexual intercourse. It works by blocking ovulation, fertilization, and implantation. This pill is 89% effective when used according to the instructions. Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine and implantable devices are even more effective, with a success rate of over 99%. Additionally, levonorgestrel can be used with other hormones to prevent endometrial cancer.
How Cryselle works in the bodyLevonorgestrel is an effective contraceptive that works in a few different ways. It suppresses the hormones needed for ovulation and thickens the cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to enter the uterus and fertilize an egg. It also increases the thickness of the lining of the uterus, making it difficult for a fertilized egg to implant there. In combination with estrogen, levonorgestrel can reduce the risk of endometrial cancer caused by unopposed estrogen use.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Cryselle is contingent upon the diagnosed affliction, including Endometrial Hyperplasia, Emergency Contraception and Hypermenorrhea. The amount additionally varies as per the delivery methodology featured in the following table.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Mild to Moderate Acne
, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
Menopausal 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, Capsule, Capsule - Oral
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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, 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, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Insert, extended release, Vaginal, Insert, extended release - Vaginal, Ring - Vaginal, Ring, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Patch, Patch - Transdermal, Capsule, Capsule - Oral

Warnings

Cryselle has forty-three contraindications and should not be taken in the event of encountering any of the conditions in the table below.Cryselle Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Heavy Smoking
Do Not Combine
Metrorrhagia
Do Not Combine
estrogen-sensitive cancer
Do Not Combine
Thrombophlebitis
Do Not Combine
high risk of venous thrombotic disease
Do Not Combine
history of deep 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 Artery Disease (CAD)
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
Severe Hypertension
Do Not Combine
undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Neoplasms, Hepatic
Do Not Combine
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Decompensated Cirrhosis
Do Not Combine
Breast
Do Not Combine
Impaired Renal Function
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Ethinylestradiol may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cryselle.
Common Cryselle 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.
Cryselle Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe lowest toxic dose of levonorgestrel in rats has been found to be greater than 5000 mg/kg. Overdosing on this drug may cause nausea and bleeding, and no specific antidote exists. If someone has overdosed on levonorgestrel, provide supportive care and contact the local poison control center.
image of a doctor in a lab doing drug, clinical research

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

99 active studies are being conducted to investigate the potential of Cryselle in providing Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Relief, in those who have had at least one child and in cases of Endometrial Hyperplasia.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Birth Control
31 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Patient desires oral contraception for birth control
0 Actively Recruiting
Folate supplementation therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Hormonal Contraception
0 Actively Recruiting
Mild to Moderate Acne
0 Actively Recruiting
Menopausal Osteoporosis
0 Actively Recruiting
Menopause
0 Actively Recruiting
Acne Vulgaris
0 Actively Recruiting

Cryselle Reviews: What are patients saying about Cryselle?

5Patient Review
12/12/2016
Cryselle for Painful Periods
This pill has been a total game-changer for me. I was on another brand that had different colored pills for each week, and it made me extremely depressed. Cryselle has the same color pills every week, and it's been working perfectly for me. I haven't had any problems with it in the year and a half that I've been taking it.
5Patient Review
12/19/2016
Cryselle for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
I originally started taking this birth control because I was having heavy and irregular periods. Three years later, my period is completely regular thanks to this BC. I didn't experience any weight gain or other significant side effects, just a lighter period that doesn't last as long.
5Patient Review
12/23/2016
Cryselle for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
I've been on Cryselle for two years now. I started birth control five years ago. I tried several different birth control medications due to abnormal long and heavy periods. Before Cryselle,I was using doctor-prescribed acne medication. In a few months,I had clear skin,five days periods that were very light. Each period comes on time with minor cramping
5Patient Review
1/21/2017
Cryselle for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
Cryselle has been amazing for me. My periods are shorter, lighter, and don't hurt at all now. I haven't experienced any negative side effects, either!
5Patient Review
5/12/2019
Cryselle for Birth Control
This was a very effective treatment for me with some mild side effects including breast tenderness and cramping. My cycle is now much more regular and light, so I would definitely recommend it to others!
4.7Patient Review
12/1/2016
Cryselle for Absence of Menstrual Periods
I had some issues with nausea and mood swings, but thankfully I didn't get pregnant.
4.3Patient Review
3/17/2017
Cryselle for Painful Periods
I've been on this treatment for eight years now and it has helped to lessen the pain of my cramps. However, they are still pretty bad. I have also noticed more mood swings since starting this medication; though it's hard to say if that's a result of the medication or not because it's been so long since I started taking it.
4Patient Review
6/6/2018
Cryselle for Birth Control
I'm struggling with a low sex drive, which is why I decided to give this pill a try. Unfortunately, it hasn't helped much in that department; however, it also hasn't had negative effects like some other treatments have.
3.7Patient Review
12/27/2016
Cryselle for Birth Control
Apri had some pretty nasty side effects, so my doctor switched me to Cryselle. However, I found that this new medication caused cystic and painful acne, as well as a rash that not even Benadryl could help with. So, I stopped taking it after just two weeks.
3.7Patient Review
3/21/2017
Cryselle for Birth Control
Though it was effective, the side effects were really tough to deal with. I gained 15-20 pounds while taking it last year, despite no changes in my diet or exercise habits.
3.7Patient Review
3/8/2019
Cryselle for Birth Control
I switched to this treatment after experiencing severe moodiness on my last pill. For the first couple of months, everything was great. However, I started noticing mood swings again and absolute annoyance for no particular reason. I have also steadily gained 12 lbs. while maintaining a healthy diet and exercising on a regular basis. I also experience blurred vision since being on this. I am in the process of finding an alternative with my PCP.
3Patient Review
12/8/2016
Cryselle for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
I was prescribed Cryselle for my heavy, long periods. However, I found that the pill caused me to experience wild mood swings. One minute I would be laughing and the next minute crying. It just wasn't manageable for me.
1.7Patient Review
5/9/2020
Cryselle for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
If the doctors had only been more forthcoming about the potential side effects, maybe eleven-year-old me could have avoided years of needless suffering. As it was, the pill barely helped with my periods and caused a whole host of other problems: anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts. I finally stopped taking it and all those symptoms went away.
1.3Patient Review
3/1/2022
Cryselle for Birth Control
I had some very unpleasant side effects after just two days of using this product. I was hoping it would help with my spotting, but unfortunately it made me feel terrible.
1Patient Review
12/18/2020
Cryselle for Birth Control
I would strongly advise against taking this birth control. It gave me extreme anxiety followed by panic attacks.
image of drug pills surrounding a glass of water symbolizing drug consumption

Patient Q&A Section about cryselle

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

What type of birth control is Cryselle?

"Cryselle 28 is a combination birth control pill that contains female hormones which prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus and for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus."

Answered by AI

What is Cryselle generic for?

"This is a combination birth control pill that contains two different hormones, ethinyl estradiol and norgestrel."

Answered by AI

Does Cryselle stop your period?

"If you're taking Cryselle, you might not get your period or you might experience irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting, especially during the first few months. Although this is usually not a serious problem, it's important to take your pills regularly to prevent pregnancy."

Answered by AI

Is Cryselle good birth control?

"According to a total of 179 ratings, the average rating for Cryselle's effectivity in birth control is 5.1 out of 10."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Cryselle

Have you considered Cryselle clinical trials? We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Cryselle, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Have you considered Cryselle clinical trials? We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Cryselle, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Have you considered Cryselle clinical trials? We made a collection of clinical trials featuring Cryselle, we think they might fit your search criteria.
Unbiased ResultsWe believe in providing patients with all the options.
Your Data Stays Your DataWe only share your information with the clinical trials you're trying to access.
Verified Trials OnlyAll of our trials are run by licensed doctors, researchers, and healthcare companies.
Back to top