Enskyce
Birth Control, Hormonal Contraception
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Enskyce
Treatment for
Birth Control
What is Enskyce
Desogestrel
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Desogestrel is a type of third-generation progestogen and was first developed in Europe. It is now produced synthetically from naturally occurring plant steroids. Desogestrel is only available in the US as a combination with ethinyl estradiol and was first approved by the FDA in 1992.
Desogen
is the brand name
Enskyce Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Desogen
Desogestrel
1992
68
Effectiveness
How Enskyce Affects Patients
Desogestrel works by stopping ovulation in 97% of cycles and preventing pregnancy with a Pearl failure rate of 0.17 per 100 women-years. It also affects the endometrium and other hormones. However, desogestrel does increase the risk of blood clots, but only slightly affects the total cholesterol levels, which remain within 10%.
How Enskyce works in the body
Desogestrel works by entering cells and attaching to the progesterone receptor. This action is similar to a transcription factor, and it helps modify the synthesis of mRNA. The active form of desogestrel, etonogestrel, is very effective at producing progesterone-like effects, while having minimal effects on androgen hormones.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Enskyce is contingent upon the determined affliction, including Birth Control, Nursing Women and Hormonal Contraception. The amount of dosage fluctuates as per the technique of delivery (e.g. Kit or Kit; Tablet - Oral) indicated in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Birth Control
, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.375 mg
, Kit, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral
Hormonal Contraception
, 0.15 mg, 0.1 mg, 0.125 mg, 0.375 mg
, Kit, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Kit - Oral
Warnings
Enskyce has twenty-five contraindications and should not be utilized when any of the conditions in the table below are present.
Enskyce Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Stroke
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Liver Cancer
Do Not Combine
Endometrial Neoplasms
Do Not Combine
Thromboembolism
Do Not Combine
Thromboembolism
Do Not Combine
Major Surgery
Do Not Combine
benign hepatic adenoma
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Liver Diseases
Do Not Combine
undiagnosed abnormal genital bleeding
Do Not Combine
Breast
Do Not Combine
Type 2 Diabetes
Do Not Combine
Coronary Disease
Do Not Combine
Thrombophlebitis
Do Not Combine
Thrombophilia
Do Not Combine
Diastolic blood pressure
Do Not Combine
Hypertension
Do Not Combine
Jaundice, Obstructive
Do Not Combine
Venous Thrombosis
Do Not Combine
Icterus
Do Not Combine
focal neurological symptoms
Do Not Combine
Heart Valve Diseases
Do Not Combine
estrogen-dependent neoplasia
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Enskyce.
Common Enskyce Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be increased when combined with Desogestrel.
Belinostat
Major
The metabolism of Belinostat can be increased when combined with Desogestrel.
Binimetinib
Major
The metabolism of Binimetinib can be increased when combined with Desogestrel.
Enasidenib
Major
The metabolism of Enasidenib can be increased when combined with Desogestrel.
Etoposide
Major
The metabolism of Etoposide can be increased when combined with Desogestrel.
Enskyce Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Desogestrel is not typically toxic, even when taken in large doses. The lowest toxic dose of desogestrel in rats is higher than 2000mg/kg. Overdosing on desogestrel may cause nausea and abnormal bleeding, but no serious effects have been reported. While there is some evidence that suggests desogestrel may increase the risk of cervical intra-epithelial neoplasia, the results are not conclusive. There is no evidence to suggest that desogestrel increases the risk of breast cancer.
Enskyce Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Enskyce?
38 active investigations are examining the potential of Enskyce in providing Nursing Women, Birth Control and Hormonal Contraception for those with certain afflictions.
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
Enskyce Reviews: What are patients saying about Enskyce?
5
Patient Review
2/27/2019
Enskyce for Birth Control
5
Patient Review
8/25/2022
Enskyce for Birth Control
5
Patient Review
5/21/2018
Enskyce for Birth Control
4.7
Patient Review
6/4/2021
Enskyce for Birth Control
4.3
Patient Review
5/19/2018
Enskyce for Birth Control
4
Patient Review
10/6/2019
Enskyce for Birth Control
4
Patient Review
1/29/2018
Enskyce for Birth Control
4
Patient Review
5/17/2022
Enskyce for Acne
3.7
Patient Review
12/21/2017
Enskyce for Birth Control
3
Patient Review
7/17/2017
Enskyce for Birth Control
3
Patient Review
11/30/2016
Enskyce for Birth Control
2.7
Patient Review
8/24/2022
Enskyce for Painful Periods
2.3
Patient Review
5/31/2018
Enskyce for Painful Periods
2.3
Patient Review
3/3/2022
Enskyce for Birth Control
1
Patient Review
3/17/2022
Enskyce for Birth Control
Patient Q&A Section about enskyce
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Does Enskyce make you gain weight?
"While Enskyce will not lead to weight gain on its own, some women may notice an increase in weight when first starting to take the medication. This can be due to hormonal changes or from retaining water."
Answered by AI
What kind of birth control is Enskyce?
"The Enskyce birth control pill contains female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Enskyce also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus."
Answered by AI
Does Enskyce cause mood swings?
"I’ve also gained 8lbs since I’ve started taking it.
Enskyce is not a good birth control option for people who have previously had depression on another pill. This pill can cause bad mood swings and make someone feel angry, depressed, or sad. It can also cause weight gain."
Answered by AI
What are the side effects of Enskyce?
"Possible side effects of this medication include nausea, vomiting, headache, bloating, breast tenderness, swelling of the ankles/feet (fluid retention), or weight change. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or missed/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use."
Answered by AI