Drug details

Lo-Zumandimine (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol tablets)

type of Contraceptives, Oral, Estrogens/Progestins, Acne Agents, Systemic

Lo-Zumandimine (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol tablets) is an estrogen/progestin combined oral contraceptive (COC), indicated for use by women to prevent pregnancy; to treat symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) for women who choose to use an oral contraceptive for contraception; and to treat moderate acne for women at least 14 years old only if the patient desires an oral contraceptive for birth control. Lo-Zumandimine is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• vomiting,
• headache,
• fatigue,
• irritability,
• menstrual irregularities, 
• decreased sex drive,
• weight gain, and
• migraine,
• breast pain or tenderness,
• mood changes or mood swings