NORELGESTROMIN AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL (XULANE) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

NORELGESTROMIN AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL

What is the Trade Name for NORELGESTROMIN AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL?

XULANE

What are the Indications for NORELGESTROMIN AND ETHINYL ESTRADIOL?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Xulane is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women with a body mass index (BMI) < 30 kg/m 2 for whom a combined hormonal contraceptive is appropriate. Limitations of Use: Xulane may be less effective in preventing pregnancy in women who weigh 198 lbs. (90 kg) or more. Xulane is contraindicated for use in women with BMI ‚â• 30 kg/m 2 [see Contraindications (4) , Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Clinical Studies (14) ] . Xulane is an estrogen/progestin combination hormonal contraceptive (CHC), indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women with a BMI < 30 kg/m 2 for whom a combined hormonal contraceptive is appropriate. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use: Xulane may be less effective in preventing pregnancy in women at or above 198 lbs. (90 kg). ( 1 , 4 , 14 )

 

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