Is swallowing the Diane-35 pill dangerous?

1. Many women take the pill as a contraceptive. The pill is one of the easiest ways to prevent pregnancy and is therefore very popular with women in many countries around the world. There are different types, brands and dosages of the pill. The doctor can determine which pill is right for you. This article is about the pill Diane-35 which according to some researchers has life-threatening side effects. This article provides more information about this pill and its side effects.

General data of the Diane-35 pill

1. The pill Diane-35 consists of the active substances ethinyl estradiol and cyproterone acetate. Doctors prescribe this pill to prevent pregnancy, although this pill is not best suited for this. This pill is mainly prescribed for acne, excessive hair growth, oily skin, and certain forms of baldness. This pill is widely used in women who are sensitive to the male action of progesterone or progestin hormones. This is counteracted by the active substance cyproterone that is incorporated in this pill. When the conditions (acne, excessive hair growth, etc.) have disappeared, you are advised to stop taking this pill and switch to a pill that contains less hormones and has the first priority to prevent unwanted pregnancy. This pill is a heavy pill, so it is not suitable for everyone. If one really suffers from many complaints such as acne, this pill can provide relief.

Is the Diane-35 life-threatening?

1. At the end of January 2013, the Diane-35 was withdrawn from the market in France. The reason for this is that four women have died in 25 years from the side effects of this pill. The Netherlands also reported in February 2013 that a possible victim of this pill was found in 's-Hertogenbosch. This is one reason to take a closer look at this pill. The cause of death of these five victims was the same in all cases, namely blood clots. Also, all women were young adults who were in the prime of their lives, but to call this pill life-threatening?