Sevista

Sevista 30 Tablet contains a non-hormonal medicine, i.e. Centchroman/Ormeloxifene. It is used as an oral contraceptive medicine. It may also be used in the treatment of uterine bleeding.

You should take Sevista 30 Tablet, as advised by your doctor. However, for contraception, you are required to take two tablets a week for the first 12 weeks ( for e.g. on Sunday and Wednesday), and then one tablet a week. It is also advisable to use condom, in addition to taking Sevista 30 Tablet, for the period of the first 8 weeks of use.

Yes, Sevista 30 Tablet is safe for breastfeeding mothers as it is a non-hormonal and non-steroidal medicine.

Such a situation is called method failure where contraception fails to prevent pregnancy. In case you conceive even after taking Sevista 30 Tablet, there is nothing to worry about. This medicine does not cause abnormalities in the fetus and the baby has normal growth and development. However, stop taking this medicine as soon as you get to know about your pregnancy.

No, Sevista 30 Tablet does not cause vaginal discharge, spotting, breakthrough bleeding or menorrhagia.

Take the missed pill as soon as you remember. If the pill is missed by 1 or more days but less than 7 days, follow the regular schedule and use an alternate method (e.g. condoms) till the next period. If the pill is missed by more than 7 days, restart the schedule like a new user.

As per the clinical studies conducted so far in women of reproductive age groups, Sevista 30 Tablet (Centchroman or Ormeloxifene) has been found to be safe and free from the common side effects of hormonal birth control pills. If any new sign or symptom bothers you while taking Sevista 30 Tablet, please consult with your doctor.