seasonale

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

The elimination half-life of ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel 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 Seasonale?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Seasonale. 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 Seasonale?

Seasonale is marketed by Teva Branded Pharm. You can see Teva Branded Pharm's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Seasonale a brand-name or generic drug?

Seasonale is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Ethinyl Estradiol and Levonorgestrel. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Ethinyl Estradiol and Levonorgestrel are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Seasonale available over the counter?

No. Seasonale 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 Seasonale come in?

Seasonale is currently marketed as kit, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

Is Seasonale FDA-registered?

Seasonale is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA021544. You can verify this on its official FDA label.