DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (Volnea)
What to know about DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL — also sold as Volnea: uses, side effects, interactions, and safety considerations for people taking it or caring for someone who is.
DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (brand names: Volnea) is classified as Low risk (1 risk points) by AllMeds. It is a S4 medication under the TGA in Australia. FDA approved in the United States. Combined oral contraceptive with minimal direct safety concerns for workplace tasks.
Key Takeaways
- TGA Schedule: S4 in Australia
- Risk level: Low (1 points)
Scheduling and Classification
| Jurisdiction | Classification | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (TGA) | S4 | Not PBS listed |
| United States (FDA) | Rx only | FDA approved |
Risk Profile
Combined oral contraceptive with minimal direct safety concerns for workplace tasks.
How DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL is regulated
DESOGESTREL AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL is overseen by medicines regulators in each country. The rules below explain how it's scheduled, what oversight applies, and what to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing, or stopping this medication.
Australia TGA / PBS / State Schemes
Classified as S4 under the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
United States FDA / CDC / State WC
FDA approved for use in the United States.
FDA Boxed Warning: BOXED WARNING Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects from oral contraceptive use. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day) and is quite marked in women over 35 years of age. Women who use oral contraceptives are strongly advised not to smoke.
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