Can taking Endovelle cause very dry eyes?

Yes, taking the Endovelle mini pill can cause dry eyes as a side effect.

Hormonal contraceptives such as Endovelle affect hormone levels (oestrogen and progestogen), which can disrupt the function of the lacrimal glands and lead to a decrease in tear production or a deterioration in the quality of the tear film. Dry eyes can manifest as burning, redness and a feeling of sand under the eyelids. Dry eyes are listed in the Endovelle package as a rare side effect. It is worth consulting a doctor or pharmacist, who may recommend the use of artificial tears or other ways to relieve symptoms. If the dryness is very severe and bothersome, you may need to consider changing your contraceptive method.

If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/z-ginekologiem

I encourage you to inform your doctor about any symptoms you experience and about any side effects of the drug. Reporting such cases allows for better control over the safety of the preparations used. For more information on how and why you should report side effects, check out our article:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-i-dlaczego-zglaszac-dzialania-niepozadane

The advice is provided in Polish.

The availability of Endovelle in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/98413/endovelle-tabletki/apteki

I am attaching additional information that may be of interest to you:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/bol-i-nieplodnosc-czyli-endometrioza