Mircette

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

What is Mircette

EthinylestradiolThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryEthinylestradiol is a synthetic form of estrogen that was developed in 1938 to increase its effectiveness when taken orally. It is most commonly used in birth control pills, replacing the drug mestranol. It was approved by the FDA in 1943.
LOESTRIN Fe 1.5/30is the brand name
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Mircette 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 Mircette Affects PatientsEthinylestradiol is a type of estrogen that works to stop ovulation, and reduce the growth of the tissue lining the uterus. It has a long-lasting effect if taken daily, and is usually not associated with serious side effects even if taken in large amounts. However, it is important to note that this drug can increase the risk of blood clots.
How Mircette works in the bodyEthinylestradiol is a synthetic form of the female hormone estrogen. It works by reducing bone density and suppressing ovulation. The way it does this is by stopping the hormones that promote ovulation, making cervical mucus thicker so sperm can't travel, and preventing changes to the uterus that allow for pregnancy. Ethinylestradiol also decreases luteinizing hormone and increases sex hormone binding globulin.

When to interrupt dosage

The approved dosage of Mircette is contingent upon the determined affliction, including Acne Vulgaris, Hormonal Contraception and Folate supplementation therapy. The quantity of dosage is subject to the method of administration listed in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule
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 - Oral, Capsule

Warnings

Mircette has 26 contraindications and should not be integrated with the conditions noted in the following table.Mircette 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 Mircette.
Common Mircette 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.
Mircette Toxicity & Overdose RiskWomen who overdose on Yaz may experience bleeding, nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, abdominal pain, drowsiness, and fatigue. Treatment for an overdose should focus on providing relief from symptoms and monitoring for changes in potassium and sodium levels or the presence of metabolic acidosis.
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Mircette Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Mircette?

38 active clinical trials are currently assessing the efficacy of Mircette in providing Folate supplementation therapy, managing Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and treating Menopausal symptoms.
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

Mircette Reviews: What are patients saying about Mircette?

5Patient Review
3/28/2011
Mircette for Birth Control
I've been using Mircette/Kariva for nearly four years and I'm still really happy with it. The only side effects I had were in the first month: breast tenderness and gas. Since then, nothing. My periods are short (three and a half days) and my skin looks great, even when I'm stressed out.
5Patient Review
9/9/2010
Mircette for Birth Control
I've been on this pill for almost 10 years now to help with my migraines and cysts. It's been incredibly effective for both! I haven't gotten pregnant on it either, which is a huge plus. I've tried other pills like Yaz and Kariva but neither of them were as effective as this one has been.
5Patient Review
5/5/2017
Mircette for Birth Control
I've been using this treatment for two months now with no problems.
5Patient Review
1/18/2009
Mircette for Birth Control
5Patient Review
2/20/2011
Mircette for Birth Control
Mircette has been working great for me in terms of preventing pregnancy. I've been on it since I was 19 and I'm 28 now with very minimal side effects. I highly recommend this brand over others.
5Patient Review
12/10/2012
Mircette for Disease of Ovaries with Cysts
I'm really enjoying this pill. It's helped with my anxiety and acne, two things I struggled with for a long time.
4.7Patient Review
4/12/2009
Mircette for Disease of Ovaries with Cysts
I've been taking Kariva for over five years and it's done wonders in helping to control my migraines and cramps. I stopped taking the inactive pills about three years ago and haven't had a period since, though I have experienced some breakthrough bleeding and increased vaginal dryness. All things considered, I absolutely love this pill!
4.7Patient Review
12/30/2014
Mircette for Birth Control
Mircette was really great for me, no problems at all. I only got pregnant when I stopped taking it (clearly not the pill's fault). The generic, Kariva, didn't work as well for me--I kept spotting in between periods. THE ONLY NEGATIVE IS THE PRICE.
2.3Patient Review
6/12/2013
Mircette for Birth Control
I became very moody, irritable, depressed, and gained 20 pounds in two months after getting off of Yasmin. I am going back on it because I am sick of being tired, mad, sad, and having NO sex drive whatsoever!
2Patient Review
5/22/2009
Mircette for Disease of Ovaries with Cysts
After only five months on this brand, I started noticing some serious side effects like headaches, loss of vision, sleepless nights and constant mood changes. Even after discontinuing use, I'm still experiencing these issues two weeks later.
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Patient Q&A Section about mircette

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

Does Mircette cause hair loss?

"Mircette can cause hair loss in a small percentage of women, just like any other hormone-based contraceptive. However, Mircette is a low androgenic birth control pill, so it's not as likely to cause hair loss as some other types of pills."

Answered by AI

What kind of birth control is Mircette?

"This medication is a combination of two hormones, a progestin and an estrogen, that is used to prevent pregnancy."

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Is Mircette discontinued?

"The Mircette brand will no longer be carried in the United States. If the FDA has approved generic versions of this product, there may be similar products available."

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Is Mircette a good pill?

"The current rating for Mircette birth control on Drugs.com is 3 stars. It has received an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from users. People generally seem to be satisfied with how effective the birth control is, although some people have reported mild side effects."

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