CAMILA (norethindrone)
Camila is a progestin-only oral contraceptive (POP) indicated for the prevention of pregnancy. It provides a hormonal contraceptive option for patients who may prefer or require an estrogen-free regimen. To maintain maximum efficacy, the medication must be taken at the same time every day, as the failure rate increases from 0.5% to approximately 5% with typical use (late or omitted pills).
How CAMILA Works
Camila prevents conception through several mechanisms: it thickens cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration, suppresses ovulation in approximately half of users, and slows the transport of the ovum through the fallopian tubes. Additionally, it alters the endometrium to inhibit implantation and lowers mid-cycle LH and FSH peaks.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2002-10-21
- Routes
- ORAL-28
- Dosage Forms
- TABLET
CAMILA Approval History
What CAMILA Treats
1 indicationsCAMILA is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2002. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Pregnancy prevention
CAMILA Competitive Set
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Clinical Trial Registry
2 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT03106454 | HS-09-00669 | Ph 3 | completed | Ovulation Incidence in Oral Contraceptive Users |
| NCT02652650 | CR108093 63623872FLZ1009, 2015-000639-34 | Ph 1 | completed | A Study to Investigate the Effect of JNJ-63623872 at Steady-state on the Steady-state Pharmacokinetics of Ethinylestradiol and Norethindrone |
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Trial Timeline
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
CAMILA FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
CAMILA is indicated for the treatment of Pregnancy prevention.
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