lo/ovral fe

How long does Ethinyl Estradiol and Levonorgestrel and Ferrous Fumarate stay in your body?

The elimination half-life of ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel and ferrous fumarate is about 36 hours (36 ± 13 hours at steady state) — the time it takes the body to clear about half of it. As a rule of thumb, a medicine is mostly gone after roughly 4 to 5 half-lives, though this varies from person to person with age and kidney or liver function. This is the terminal elimination half-life stated directly for levonorgestrel; the label reports no active metabolite that outlasts the parent, and levonorgestrel is not a prodrug. The number comes from a levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol combination oral-contraceptive label (Aviane), where it is attributed specifically to the levonorgestrel component; the single-ingredient OTC emergency-contraceptive labels do not state a half-life. On populations: the label says no formal studies evaluated hepatic or renal impairment, but cautions that steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function; it notes no apparent pharmacokinetic differences across races, and states nothing about older adults.

This is general information, not medical advice. It doesn’t tell you when a drug test would read negative (tests detect substances for different, often longer, windows) or when it’s safe to take another dose — ask your pharmacist or prescriber. Source: Aviane (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) label — DailyMed, Clinical Pharmacology / Pharmacokinetics.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a coupon or discount for Lo/Ovral Fe?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Lo/Ovral Fe. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Lo/Ovral Fe?

Lo/Ovral Fe is marketed by Cadence Health. You can see Cadence Health's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Lo/Ovral Fe a brand-name or generic drug?

Lo/Ovral Fe is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Ethinyl Estradiol and Levonorgestrel and Ferrous Fumarate.

Is Lo/Ovral Fe available over the counter?

No. Lo/Ovral Fe is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Lo/Ovral Fe come in?

Lo/Ovral Fe is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

Is Lo/Ovral Fe FDA-registered?

Lo/Ovral Fe is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA018206. You can verify this on its official FDA label.