Perlutan is an injectable contraceptive for monthly use, which contains algestone, acetophenide and estradiol enanthate, which are hormones capable of preventing ovulation and causing changes in cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, preventing pregnancy.
This medicine can be found in pharmacies or drugstores, in the form of an injection, containing 150 mg of acetophenide algestone and 10 mg of estradiol enanthate, and is sold upon presentation of a medical prescription.
Perlutan should only be used under the advice of a gynecologist and applied directly to the muscle, by a healthcare professional with experience in applying injections.
What is it for
Perlutan is indicated as a contraceptive because it has hormones in its composition that act to prevent ovulation and cause changes in cervical mucus, the endometrium and the motility of the fallopian tubes, making it difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, preventing pregnancy.
Furthermore, Perlutan can be recommended by the gynecologist to control menstrual irregularities or be used as a supplementary estrogen-progestational medication.
How to drink
The Perlutan injection must be applied deeply by a healthcare professional, directly into the gluteal muscle. It is important not to massage the buttocks after application, so as not to interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment.
The recommended dose of Perlutan is one ampoule, once a month, between the 7th and 10th day, preferably on the 8th day, after the start of each menstruation. The first day of menstrual bleeding should be counted as day number 1.
The duration of treatment with Perlutan should be guided by the gynecologist, assessing tolerance to the injection and the appearance of side effects. Discover other contraceptive methods to avoid pregnancy.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects that may occur with the use of Perlutan are headache, upper abdominal pain, breast discomfort, irregular menstruation, weight changes, nervousness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, absence of menstruation, menstrual cramps or flow abnormalities. menstrual.
In addition, although rare, depression, transient ischemic attack, optic neuritis, vision and hearing impairment, intolerance to contact lenses, arterial thrombosis, embolism, hypertension, thrombophlebitis, venous thrombosis, myocardial infarction, stroke, cancer may also occur. breast cancer, cervical carcinoma, liver neoplasm, acne, itching, skin reaction, water retention, metrorrhagia, hot flashes, injection site reactions and abnormalities in liver tests.
Who shouldn’t use
Perlutan should not be used in women with the following conditions:
- Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy;
- Breast-feeding;
- Cancer of the breast or genital organ;
- Severe headache with focal neurological symptoms;
- Very high pressure;
- History of thromboembolic disorders and/or heart or vascular diseases;
- Diabetes associated with vascular disease or over 20 years old;
- Systemic lupus erythematosus with positive anti-phospholipid antibodies;
- History of liver disorders or diseases.
Furthermore, if the person has undergone major surgery with prolonged immobilization, has suffered abnormal uterine or vaginal bleeding, is allergic to any component of the formula or is a smoker, they must inform the doctor so that he or she can assess whether this treatment is suitable. safe.
Bibliography
- BOHERINGER INGELHEIM DO BRASIL QUÍMICA E FARMACÊUTICA LTDA. Necessity. 2006. Available at: <https://static-webv8.jet.com.br/drogaosuper/Bulas/7795304085275.pdf>. Accessed on Feb 24, 2022
