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Estrogen / Progestin / Folate Combinations

Estrogen / progestin / folate combinations are used for birth control and to treat folate deficiency, PMDD, and acne. It works by preventing ovulation, increasing levels of folate, and changing hormone levels.

Why are estrogen progestin folate combinations prescribed?

  1. Birth Control (25%)
  2. Folate Deficiency (25%)
  3. PMDD (25%)
  4. Acne (25%)

Key takeaways

Estrogen / progestin / folate combinations are used to prevent pregnancy, treat acne, and manage premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). They work by combining hormones that prevent ovulation, regulate your menstrual cycle, and reduce symptoms of acne and PMDD. They also include folate, a type of B vitamin, which can help prevent certain types of anemia. These medications are available as oral tablets. Examples include drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate (Beyaz, Safyral). You can discuss with your healthcare team which option might be right for you.

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Beyaz (drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol / levomefolate)

as low as$35
Drospirenone/ethinyl estradiol/levomefolate (Beyaz) is an expensive drug used to prevent pregnancy. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Safyral (tydemy)

as low as$34
Safyral (Tydemy) is a moderately priced oral contraceptive (birth control pill). This medicine combines two types of female hormones, an estrogen and a progestin. This medicine also has levomefolate, a B vitamin. It is used to prevent ovulation and pregnancy and to raise folate levels in women who want to use birth control. It is less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. The most common version of Safyral is covered by 80% of insurance plans at a co-pay of $60.00-$80.00, however, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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