Junel 1.5/30
Endometriosis, Low Testosterone, Osteoporosis + 16 more
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Junel 1.5/30
Treatment for
Endometriosis
What is Junel 1.5/30
Norethisterone
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Norethisterone (also known as norethindrone) is a synthetic hormone that acts like the natural hormone progesterone. It is a powerful hormone used in combination with other medications in various treatments such as contraception and hormone replacement therapy. It was first developed in 1951 and was used to treat irregular menstruation and endometriosis before it was used as an oral contraceptive in 1962.
Necon
is the brand name
Junel 1.5/30 Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Necon
Norethisterone
1967
347
Effectiveness
How Junel 1.5/30 Affects Patients
Norethisterone is a man-made pill used for birth control or to treat other hormone-related conditions. It acts like the hormone progesterone, but it is much more powerful. It works by changing how the cervix and uterus work, as well as by preventing hormones related to ovulation from working. Taking a combined oral contraceptive or a progestin-only pill may increase the risk of breast cancer, so patients should be aware of this and perform regular breast self-exams.
How Junel 1.5/30 works in the body
Norethisterone is a progestin hormone that affects target cells in the reproductive tract, breast, pituitary, hypothalamus, skeletal tissue, and central nervous system. It prevents pregnancy by increasing the viscosity and content of cervical mucus, which makes it harder for sperm to enter the uterus. It also makes the endometrium inhospitable for fertilized eggs to implant. Norethisterone also suppresses the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) from the anterior pituitary to prevent ovulation. When used for hormone replacement
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Junel 1.5/30 is contingent upon the recognized condition, such as Atrophic, Fracture and Hormone Replacement Therapy. The quantity of dosage fluctuates, depending on the approach of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet) detailed in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Fracture
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Osteoporosis
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Atrophic
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
hypoestrogenism
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Hot flashes
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Birth Control
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Therapeutic procedure
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Endometriosis
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Menopause
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Estrogen Deprivation Symptoms
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Oral Contraceptives
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Low Testosterone
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Endometriosis
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Primary Ovarian Insufficiency
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Hormonal Contraception
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
female castration
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Hormone Replacement Therapy
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Vasomotor System
0.014 mg/hour, , 0.025 mg/hour, 0.5 mg, 0.1 mg, 5.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 0.35 mg, 1.5 mg, 0.8 mg, 2.7 mg, 4.8 mg, 0.75 mg, 0.4 mg, 2.25 mg, 30.0 mg, 3.0 mg
, Patch, extended release, Patch, extended release - Transdermal, Transdermal, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Kit, Kit - Oral, Patch - Transdermal, Patch, Tablet, chewable, Tablet, chewable - Oral, Capsule - Oral, Capsule, Intramuscular; Oral; Topical
Warnings
Junel 1.5/30 has eight contraindications, hence it must not be taken in the presence of any of the situations given in the following table.
Junel 1.5/30 Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Norethisterone may interact with Pulse Frequency
Liver Diseases
Do Not Combine
Thrombophilia
Do Not Combine
Vaginal Hemorrhage
Do Not Combine
Malignant Neoplasms
Do Not Combine
Benign hepatic neoplasm
Do Not Combine
Breast Cancer
Do Not Combine
Thromboembolism
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Junel 1.5/30.
Common Junel 1.5/30 Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Astemizole
Major
The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Norethisterone.
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Norethisterone.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Norethisterone.
Clomipramine
Major
The metabolism of Clomipramine can be increased when combined with Norethisterone.
Copanlisib
Major
The metabolism of Copanlisib can be decreased when combined with Norethisterone.
Junel 1.5/30 Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest toxic dose of oral contraceptives in mice has been found to be 6g/kg and the lowest dose causing an effect in adult women is 42mg/kg. There have been no serious reports of ill effects due to overdosing on oral contraceptives, including in children. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea and vomiting.
Junel 1.5/30 Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Junel 1.5/30?
160 active studies are underway to investigate the efficacy of Junel 1.5/30 in providing Birth Control, Atrophic Endometrium and Low Testosterone therapy.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Birth Control
21 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 2
Oral Contraceptives
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Endometriosis
30 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Phase 4
Osteoporosis
28 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 2
Low Testosterone
5 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Phase 2, Phase 1
Endometriosis
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable
Hot flashes
19 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 3
Estrogen Deprivation Symptoms
0 Actively Recruiting
Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal
0 Actively Recruiting
female castration
0 Actively Recruiting
Atrophic
5 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4, Not Applicable
Hormone Replacement Therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Hormonal Contraception
0 Actively Recruiting
hypoestrogenism
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Fracture
0 Actively Recruiting
Vasomotor System
0 Actively Recruiting
Primary Ovarian Insufficiency
0 Actively Recruiting
Therapeutic procedure
0 Actively Recruiting
Menopause
0 Actively Recruiting
Junel 1.5/30 Reviews: What are patients saying about Junel 1.5/30?
4.7
Patient Review
3/7/2014
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
4.7
Patient Review
3/14/2019
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
4.3
Patient Review
2/6/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Painful Periods
4.3
Patient Review
4/7/2015
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
4
Patient Review
1/19/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
3.7
Patient Review
12/5/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
3.7
Patient Review
4/11/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
3
Patient Review
5/22/2014
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
2.7
Patient Review
5/1/2012
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
2.3
Patient Review
7/8/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Abnormally Long or Heavy Periods
2
Patient Review
7/25/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
2
Patient Review
5/6/2021
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
1
Patient Review
3/3/2013
Junel 1.5/30 for Birth Control
Patient Q&A Section about junel 1.5/30
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Does Junel 1.5 30 cause weight gain?
"Weight gain is a rare side effect of Junel 1.5/30. If it does occur, it is usually not severe."
Answered by AI
What is Junel 1.5 mg 30 mcg tablet?
"This medication is used to prevent pregnancy. It is a birth control pill that contains two types of hormones, ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, and when taken properly, prevents pregnancy. It works by stopping a woman's egg from fully developing each month."
Answered by AI
What type of birth control is Junel 1.5 30?
"Junel 1.5/30 is a type of birth control that contains both estrogen and progesterone hormones. It is a monophasic birth control, which means that all of the active tablets contain the same amount of hormones."
Answered by AI
Is Junel 1.5 30 A good birth control?
"Overall, Junel Fe 1.5/30 (drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol) is considered to be a more effective form of birth control than other similar products.
Junel Fe 1.5/30 has an average rating of 4.8 out of 10 from a total of 126 ratings for the treatment of Birth Control. In general, reviewers thought that Junel Fe 1.5/30 was more effective than other similar products, but there were some negative experiences reported."
Answered by AI