Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet

Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet is a combined oral contraceptive (COC) pill containing Drospirenone 3mg and Ethinylestradiol 30mcg, two synthetic hormones that work together to prevent pregnancy. Drospirenone is a progestin with mild anti-mineralocorticoid and anti-androgenic properties, which means Liza Tablet may also help reduce fluid-related bloating and, in some women, improve acne or excess hair growth caused by hormonal factors, in addition to its main contraceptive role.

Because combined oral contraceptives carry health considerations such as an increased risk of blood clots, and drospirenone specifically requires attention to blood potassium levels in certain patients, Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet is only available with a doctor’s prescription in Malaysia. An online consultation through DoctorOnCall is required so that a doctor can review your medical history, check for contraindications, and confirm that this pill is a safe and suitable choice before it is dispensed.

Ethinylestradiol and Drospirenone work together primarily by suppressing ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), preventing fertilisation. The combination also thickens cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the uterus, and thins the lining of the uterus. Drospirenone’s anti-mineralocorticoid activity additionally helps counteract fluid retention that some other progestins can cause, while its anti-androgenic activity can help with hormonally driven skin and hair symptoms.

Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet should only be used exactly as prescribed by your doctor following an online consultation. Take one tablet at approximately the same time each day, following the sequence indicated on the blister pack, and continue for the full course as advised. Missing doses or taking tablets at inconsistent times can reduce contraceptive effectiveness, so consistent daily use is essential.

The typical regimen is one tablet daily for 21 or 28 days (depending on the specific pack type prescribed), usually starting on the first day of your menstrual period as directed by your doctor, followed by a tablet-free interval or placebo tablets before starting the next pack. Your doctor will confirm the exact regimen and starting instructions appropriate for you.

Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet is stable until the expiry date printed on the blister pack or carton when stored correctly and kept in its original packaging.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original blister packaging until ready to use, and keep out of reach of children.

• Known or suspected pregnancy
• History of venous or arterial thromboembolism (blood clots), or known risk factors for these conditions
• Migraine with aura
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure
• Severe kidney impairment or conditions predisposing to high blood potassium (hyperkalaemia)
• Severe liver disease or liver tumours
• Known or suspected breast cancer, or other hormone-sensitive cancers
• Smokers over the age of 35, due to increased cardiovascular risk

• Certain antibiotics (e.g., rifampicin) and anticonvulsants (e.g., carbamazepine, phenytoin) may reduce the contraceptive effectiveness of Liza Tablet
• Medicines that raise blood potassium, such as potassium-sparing diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and NSAIDs used regularly, may increase the risk of high potassium levels when combined with drospirenone
• St. John’s Wort (a herbal supplement) may reduce hormone levels and contraceptive reliability
• Smoking, particularly in women over 35, significantly increases cardiovascular risk when combined with this medicine

• Take the tablet at the same time every day to maintain contraceptive effectiveness
• If you miss a dose, follow the specific missed-pill instructions in the package leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly
• Attend follow-up reviews with your doctor to monitor blood pressure, potassium levels if relevant, and overall suitability of this contraceptive
• Seek urgent medical attention for symptoms of blood clots, such as leg pain/swelling, chest pain, or sudden breathlessness
• Tell your doctor about any kidney, liver, or adrenal conditions before starting this pill, as drospirenone requires additional caution in these situations

Liza 30mcg/3mg Tablet is a prescription-only combined oral contraceptive in Malaysia that should only be started and continued under a doctor’s supervision. Your doctor will assess your personal and family medical history, blood pressure, kidney function where relevant, and any risk factors for blood clots or cardiovascular disease before prescribing, and periodic follow-up is recommended to ensure this contraceptive remains a safe and appropriate choice over time.