Overview of the therapeutic possibilities of combined oral contraceptive containing estradiol valerate and dienogest

Taking into account that the frequency of abortions in Russia today remains quite high, the strategy of fertility regulation through the provision of contraceptive advice to women of various ages comes to the fore. It has been proven that combined oral contraceptives are the most effective method of preventing unwanted pregnancies. An innovative combination of oral contraceptives containing estradiol valerate (EV) and dienogest (DNG) dynamically provides effective inhibition of ovulation and sufficient cycle control. DNG/EV has high efficacy, acceptability and tolerability and can be successfully used in sexually active women in need of contraception, regardless of their age. Like any modern contraceptive, this drug possesses a whole arsenal of pronounced therapeutic possibilities, which can be used in real clinical practice. In addition, the combination of EV and DNG is highly effective in the therapy of menorrhagia. The percentage of patients who had successful treatment and resulted in a decrease in menstrual blood loss was high. The effectiveness of the drug is confirmed by the bleeding of withdrawal at the end of the first treatment cycle and continues to increase gradually with further administration.