Lunelle Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Lunelle may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects by Body System

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included elevated blood pressure, arterial thromboembolism, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral thrombosis and myocardial infarction.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, vaginal spotting, vaginal moniliasis, vulvovaginal disorder, breast changes (enlargement, secretion, tenderness, pain), decreased libido and cervical changes. When estradiol-medroxyprogesterone injection is given immediately postpartum, a diminution in lactation has been reported. Temporary infertility has been reported after treatment discontinuation.

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects have included arterial thromboembolism, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, pulmonary embolism, mesenteric thrombosis and retinal thrombosis.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included abdominal pain, enlarged abdomen and nausea.

Metabolic

Metabolic side effects have included reduced carbohydrate tolerance, weight gain, and weight loss.

Hepatic

Hepatic side effects have included hepatic adenomas or begin liver tumors, gallbladder disease and cholestatic jaundice.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included dizziness, headache, nervousness and migraine.

General

General side effects have included edema and asthenia.

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included retinal thrombosis, corneal curvature changes (i.e., steeping), and intolerance to contact lenses.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included acne, alopecia and melasma that may persist.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included pulmonary embolism.

Psychiatric

Psychiatric side effects have included depression, nervousness, and emotional lability.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included anaphylactic reactions and rash.

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