What is Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol overview

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  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol

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What is Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol used for?

Gianvi is a combination drug used to prevent pregnancy. It works by preventing the release of an egg during a woman’s menstrual cycle. This medication contains two hormones; progestin and estrogen and also works to make vaginal fluid thicker. This helps to prevent sperms from reaching the egg.

What form(s) does Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol come in

What are common Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol doses?

  • Package 3mg/0.02mg

  • Package 3mg/0.03mg

  • Disp Pack 28 Tablets

Common Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol prescriptions

  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol
    1 package (28 tablets), 3-0.02mg disp pack

  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol
    1 package (28 tablets), 3-0.03mg disp pack

  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol
    28 tablets disp pack

  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol
    3mg/0.02mg package

  • Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol
    3mg/0.03mg package

How to take Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol

What to do if you miss a dose of Drospirenone-Ethinyl Estradiol

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