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Cyproterone Acetate

Cyproterone acetate appears in one product on this shelf: Diane 35, a combination tablet pairing 2 mg cyproterone acetate with 35 micrograms of ethinylestradiol for androgen-dependent acne and contraception.

Diane 35

Androgen-dependent Acne, Contraception, Hirsutism

0.035mg + 2mg

Cyproterone and ethinylestradiol tablets for acne and contraception. It blocks the effect of male hormones that cause acne.

From$3.23/ tabletView

Key points

  • The cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol combination carries a known venous thromboembolism risk that regulators weigh against its benefits in specific patient groups.
  • Cyproterone acetate appears here only in combination with ethinylestradiol, not as a standalone ingredient.
  • The same 2 mg plus 35 microgram formulation is also sold under the name Ginette-35.

How does the combination work?

Cyproterone acetate reduces the effect of androgens on the skin, the hormonal stimulation behind acne and excess hair growth. Ethinylestradiol suppresses ovulation, providing the contraceptive action. Together they address both concerns in one tablet within the Women’s Health category.

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