Microgynon 30 é um anticoncepcional oral combinado amplamente prescrito, fabricado pela Bayer. Conhecido como "a pílula", contém dois hormônios ativos: etinilestradiol e levonorgestrel. Esses hormônios atuam juntos para prevenir a gravidez com mais de 99% de eficácia quando usados corretamente.

Como uma pílula monofásica, cada comprimido contém a mesma dose de hormônios, facilitando o uso. Microgynon 30 é a versão de marca do genérico Levonorgestrel/Etinilestradiol. É frequentemente escolhido por mulheres que preferem manter a marca original ou que toleram melhor o revestimento específico desta pílula em comparação com as alternativas genéricas.

Levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol (active substances). The other ingredients are: Lactose, maize starch, povidone, magnesium stearate (E572), sucrose, macrogol 6000, calcium carbonate (E170), talc, glycol montanate, titanium dioxide (E171), glycerin (E422), ferric oxide pigment yellow (E172).

Nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, mood changes, or light breakthrough bleeding between periods may occur.
Less commonly: weight gain, reduced libido, irritability, or digestive disturbances.

Serious but rare side effects include deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience leg pain, sudden shortness of breath, or chest pain.

Levonorgestrel / Ethinylestradiol carries certain risks that users should be aware of. The use of combined hormonal contraceptives may increase the risk of blood clots, particularly in smokers or women with a family history of clotting disorders. Users who experience chest pain, sudden shortness of breath, or unusual headaches should seek medical advice immediately.

This medicine may also affect blood pressure and should be used with caution in women with a history of cardiovascular disease. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this pill. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting or restarting treatment.