Synphase Tablets

Directions

Please refer to the medication’s patient information leaflet before starting any new medication.

• Take one tablet daily in the correct sequence for 21 days

• Follow with a 7-day pill-free break

• Start the next pack on day 29 regardless of bleeding

• Tablets are colour-coded: white (phase 1), light blue (phase 2), dark blue (phase 3)

• Take at the same time each day

• Store below 25°C

• Keep out of reach of children

• Do not skip or rearrange tablets

Ingredients

Active Ingredients:

• Norethisterone 500 mcg / 1 mg

• Ethinylestradiol 35 mcg

Other Ingredients:

• Lactose monohydrate

• Maize starch

• Polyvidone

• Magnesium stearate

• Titanium dioxide

• Quinoline yellow

• Indigo carmine

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Headache

• Nausea

• Breast tenderness

• Mood changes

• Irregular bleeding

Serious (rare) side effects:

• Blood clots

• Stroke or heart attack

• Liver disorders

• Severe allergic reactions

Stop the medicine and seek medical attention if serious side effects occur.

Warnings

Do not take Synphase if allergic to any of its ingredients, or if you have a history of thrombosis, hormone-sensitive cancer, severe liver disease, or migraines with aura. Smoking increases the risk of serious side effects in users over 35. Always consult your doctor before starting or continuing use.

Synphase is a combined oral contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy and manage hormonal menstrual irregularities. It contains ethinylestradiol and norethisterone, two synthetic hormones that work together to provide effective contraception and cycle control. Synphase is known as a triphasic pill, with three varying hormone dose phases across the 21-day cycle.

How It Works
The hormones in Synphase prevent ovulation (the release of an egg) and cause changes to the cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to enter the uterus. Additionally, it alters the endometrial lining to make it less receptive to implantation. Its triphasic formulation is designed to better replicate the body’s natural hormonal rhythm by varying the progestogen dose during the cycle.

Why Choose Synphase
Synphase offers a more natural hormone cycle pattern compared to monophasic pills, potentially reducing hormonal side effects for some users. It may be particularly suitable for women who experience breakthrough bleeding on standard combined pills. The structured dosing schedule supports hormonal stability and effective cycle control while offering the same high level of contraceptive protection as other combined pills.

Important Note
This medication must be taken in the correct sequence to maintain contraceptive effectiveness. Delays or missed pills can reduce its reliability. It does not protect against sexually transmitted infections. Individuals with a history of blood clots, certain types of cancer, liver disease, or migraines with aura should not use Synphase. Medical review is recommended before starting.