Brand name: Brevinor-1 28 Day
Brevinor-1 28 Day is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) norethisterone + ethinylestradiol. On this page you will find out more about Brevinor-1 28 Day, including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: norethisterone + ethinylestradiol
Information for medicine and pack size:
Brevinor-1 28 Day (21 x 1 mg/35 microgram tablets, 7 x inert tablets), 4 x 28
Consumer Medicine Information leaflet:
This leaflet may also be found inside the medicine package. It contains information on side effects, age restrictions and other useful data.
What this medicine is for
INDICATIONS AS AT 31 AUGUST 1998 : Contraception
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Medicine schedule |
1 x 28 tablets (28 tablets): Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
4 x 28 tablets (112 tablets): Prescription Only Medicine, or Prescription Animal Remedy
|
Part 1
| Visual appearance | white, round, flat tablet with bevelled edges, approximately 3/16 inch diameter engraved "Searle" on one side and 'BX' on the other |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Tablet, uncoated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
Part 2
| Visual appearance | orange, round, flat tablet with bevelled edges, approximately 3/16 inch diameter, engraved "Searle" on one side and "P" on the other. |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Tablet, uncoated |
| Route of administration | Oral |
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Blister Pack |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 25 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | Protect from direct sunlight |
| Life time | 3 Years |
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on 1 May 2018
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
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