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Medicines cyproterone acetate + ethinylestradiolQuestion & answer

cyproterone acetate + ethinylestradiol · Medicine question

Can I use another hormonal contraceptive with it?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

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Answer

No. Concurrent hormonal contraception adds unnecessary hormone exposure and increases clot risk.

Sources for this answer

Co-cyprindiol 2000/35 microgram Film-coated Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7
Dianetteemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 34

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