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Medicines cyproterone acetate + ethinylestradiolQuestion & answer

cyproterone acetate + ethinylestradiol · Medicine question

Can it be used only for contraception?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 19 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. Although it prevents ovulation, it is licensed for androgen-sensitive acne or hirsutism rather than contraception alone.

Sources for this answer

Co-cyprindiol 2000/35 microgram Film-coated Tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Dianette — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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