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  • Isibloom
    Apri
  • Isibloom
    Apri

  • Summary of Isibloom vs. Apri

    Summary for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Prescription only

    Isibloom is a birth control pill that's used to prevent pregnancy. It's a monophasic combined oral contraceptive (COC). Isibloom comes in blister packs of 28 tablets. Each of the 21 active combination pills has two hormones in it: desogestrel (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). The other 7 pills are inactive with no hormones. The usual dosage is 1 tablet by mouth once every day. Possible side effects include nausea, breast tenderness, and headaches. <br> Isibloom is a generic of the discontinued brand name Desogen. Other generics include Apri, Enskyce, Kalliga, Juleber, and Reclipsen.

    Summary for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Prescription only

    Apri is a birth control pill that people can use to help prevent pregnancy. It's a combined oral contraceptive (COC) that contains two hormones: desogestrel (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). Each pack has 21 active tablets and 7 inactive tablets. It's considered monophasic because all active tablets contain the same amount of hormones. The usual dosage is 1 tablet by mouth every day. Side effects can include nausea, breast tenderness, and headaches. <br> Apri is a generic of the discontinued brand name Desogen. Other generics include Enskyce, Isibloom, Kalliga, Juleber, and Reclipsen.

  • Indications of Isibloom vs. Apri

    Indications for
    •To prevent pregnancy
    Indications for
    •To prevent pregnancy

  • Pros and Cons of Isibloom vs. Apri

    Pros and Const for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Pros
    •Taken once a day
    •Works well to prevent pregnancy (more than 90% successful at preventing pregnancy with typical use)
    •Blister packs have directions written on them for easy use
    •Can make your menstrual cycle more regular
    Cons
    •Must take the pill at the same time every day for it to work the best it can to prevent pregnancy
    •Can cause side effects like nausea, headaches, and breakthrough bleeding
    •Doesn't protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
    •Not a good option for people with liver problems
    Pros and Const for Estrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
    Pros
    •Taken once a day
    •Blister packs have easy-to-follow directions written on them
    •Usually works better at preventing pregnancy than using only barrier methods like condoms
    •Can make your menstrual cycle more regular
    Cons
    •Need to take at the same time every day for it to work the best it can
    •Can cause unpleasant side effects like nausea and headaches
    •Doesn't protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
    •Not a good option for people over 35 who smoke

  • Common Side Effects of Isibloom vs. Apri

    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Stomach cramps
    •Bloating
    •Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
    •Change in menstrual flow
    •Breast tenderness
    •Change in weight (up or down)
    •Headache
    Common Side Effects for
    •Nausea
    •Vomiting
    •Stomach cramps
    •Bloating
    •Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
    •Change in menstrual flow
    •Breast tenderness
    •Change in weight (up or down)
    •Headache

  • Warnings of Isibloom vs. Apri

    Common Side Effects for
    •Cigarette smoking and the risk for serious heart problems
    •Risk for blood clots and related complications (e.g., heart attack, stroke)
    •Risk of breast and cervical cancer
    •Liver problems
    •High blood sugar, high cholesterol levels, and high triglyceride levels
    •High blood pressure
    •Headache
    •Irregular bleeding
    •Depression
    •Interactions with other medications
    Common Side Effects for
    •Cigarette smoking and the risk for serious heart problems
    •Risk for blood clots and related complications (e.g., heart attack, stroke)
    •Risk of breast and cervical cancer
    •Liver problems
    •High blood sugar, high cholesterol levels, and high triglyceride levels
    •High blood pressure
    •Headache
    •Irregular bleeding
    •Depression
    •Interactions with other medications

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