{"title":"Progesterone-only-oral-contraception","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"norgeston","title":"Norgeston","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\" id=\"p-rc_9df970f4267f97ad-19\"\u003eNorgeston keeps you from getting pregnant. We call it a \"mini-pill\" because it holds only one hormone: progestogen. \u003c!----\u003eWhy does this matter? If you breastfeed, smoke, or deal with high blood pressure, pills with estrogen might not suit you. Norgeston steps in to give you a safe, trusted way to take control. Norgeston works by thickening the fluid at the neck of your womb.\u003c!----\u003e Sperm hit this thick wall and cannot swim through to reach an egg. It also thins the lining of your womb. Even if an egg makes it through, it finds no place to land and grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-label=\"View source details for citation from Superdrug. Opens side panel.\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQvoAQahcKEwiE-6Ce1vWSAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQMA\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eYou swallow one pill a day. You must take it at the exact same time each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eYou get a strict three-hour window. If you take the pill more than three hours late, your shield falls, and you might fall pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_9df970f4267f97ad-21\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eYou take Norgeston straight through. When you finish one pack, you start the next the very next day. You leave no gaps. If a strict three-hour window feels too tight, you might look at other mini-pills that give you a 12-hour window. \u003cspan class=\"citation-5 citation-end-5\"\u003eBut Norgeston relies on levonorgestrel, a tried and true ingredient that women have trusted for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-5 citation-end-5\"\u003e\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTests show that when you follow the rules perfectly, fewer than one in 100 women fall pregnant in a year. But you must keep time. If you slip and take it late, or miss a pill wholly, that risk climbs fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eYou need a doctor to write a script for Norgeston. This lets us look at your health and make sure this pill fits your body right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton data-ved=\"0CAAQvoAQahcKEwiE-6Ce1vWSAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQMg\" data-hveid=\"0\" aria-label=\"View source details for citation from Superdrug. Opens side panel.\" class=\"button ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\" id=\"p-rc_9df970f4267f97ad-22\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-4 citation-end-4\"\u003eNorgeston holds 30 micrograms of levonorgestrel.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It gives you a steady, daily way to block pregnancy. Norgeston isn't right for everyone, and you must know the facts before you start. If anything lacks clarity, tell our team. We will walk you through it.\u003cbutton class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View source details. Opens side panel.\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQvoAQahcKEwiE-6Ce1vWSAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQMw\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eLike all pills, Norgeston can bring unwanted shifts to your body. The most common changes happen with your monthly bleeding. Your bleeding might come late, come early, spot between weeks, or stop wholly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eOther common signs, showing up in more than 1 in 100 women, include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003eFeeling sick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003eHeadaches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003eMood swings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003eSore breasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003eWeight shifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eRarely, serious trouble can strike. If you feel a sharp, tearing pain in your lower belly, get medical help straight away. This could mean an egg grew outside your womb (an ectopic pregnancy). Read the paper leaflet in your box to see the full list of signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eLong-Term Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eYou can take Norgeston for years. Because it lacks estrogen, it does not push up your risk of blood clots like other pills can. If you take it for a long stretch of time, your doctor will still check on you to see how you feel and ensure it still does the job you need it to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eCan you take it while pregnant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eStop taking Norgeston the moment you know you are pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eHowever, if you just had a baby and breastfeed, Norgeston fits perfectly. It does not harm your milk flow or hurt your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eCan you drink alcohol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eYou can drink alcohol. It does not wash out the pill's strength. But keep a clear head—if you drink too much and throw up within two hours of taking your pill, your body loses the medicine. You will need to take another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eOther Drugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eSome drugs clash with Norgeston. They break your shield. Epilepsy drugs, HIV treatments, and a plant called St. John’s Wort can wash out the pill's strength and let a pregnancy slip through. Tell your doctor about everything you swallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"3 months","offer_id":56474321879380,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-28","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 months","offer_id":56474321912148,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-29","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 months","offer_id":56474321944916,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-30","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/Norgeston.png?v=1784150187"},{"product_id":"desogestrel","title":"Desogestrel","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesogestrel is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill, often called the mini pill. It contains one hormone and no oestrogen. That makes it a strong choice if you cannot take the combined pill, if you smoke, if you are over 35, or if you are breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike older mini pills, Desogestrel works mainly by stopping your ovaries from releasing an egg. It also thickens cervical mucus so sperm can't get through. Taken correctly, it is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a prescription-only medicine. Our clinician will check it's right for you before we dispense it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake one tablet every day at roughly the same time. Swallow it whole with water. You can take it with or without food. Each pack holds 28 tablets and you move straight to the next pack with no break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start on day 1 of your period, you are protected straight away. If you start on days 2 to 5, use condoms for the first two days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are late by less than 12 hours, take it as soon as you remember. You are still protected. If you are more than 12 hours late, take the missed pill when you remember, then carry on as normal. But use condoms for the next two days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you vomit or have severe diarrhoea within 3 to 4 hours of taking your tablet, your body may not have absorbed it. Treat it as a missed pill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour bleeding pattern may change on Desogestrel. Some women bleed less often or stop bleeding altogether. Others get irregular spotting. This does not mean the pill has stopped working. If bleeding becomes heavy or does not settle, speak with our clinician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tablet contains desogestrel 75 micrograms. Desogestrel is a synthetic progestogen that stops your ovaries from releasing an egg and thickens cervical mucus to block sperm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other ingredients include lactose monohydrate, maize starch, povidone, stearic acid, soybean oil, and titanium dioxide. If you have an intolerance to lactose or an allergy to peanuts or soya, tell our clinician before starting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost women take Desogestrel with no trouble. The most common side effects include irregular bleeding, headaches, mood changes, nausea, acne, breast tenderness, and weight changes. These often settle within the first few months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Desogestrel contains no oestrogen, it carries a lower risk of blood clots than the combined pill. But blood clots can still occur, though rarely. Watch for swelling or pain in your legs, sudden chest pain, or breathlessness. If you notice any of these, get medical help straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOvarian cysts can develop in some women. These are usually harmless and disappear on their own without treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should not take it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should not take Desogestrel if you have or have ever had a blood clot, if you have severe liver disease, if you have or have had breast cancer, or if you are allergic to desogestrel or any of the other ingredients (including soya or peanut). If you have unexplained vaginal bleeding that a doctor has not checked, hold off until you have been seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you take it while breastfeeding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Desogestrel is safe to use while breastfeeding. It does not affect how much milk you produce or its quality. A tiny amount passes into the milk, but there is no evidence it harms your baby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink alcohol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can. Alcohol does not stop the pill from working. But if you drink until you throw up within 3 to 4 hours of taking your tablet, the pill may not have been absorbed. Treat it as a missed pill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther medicines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome medicines can stop Desogestrel from working properly. These include certain epilepsy drugs, HIV treatments, tuberculosis medicines, and the herbal remedy St John's Wort. Tell our clinician about every medicine you take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it affect your fertility?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Once you stop taking Desogestrel, your fertility returns quickly. You are no longer protected from the day you stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Patient Information Leaflet --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePatient Information Leaflet\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesogestrel is not right for everyone, and there are things you should know before you start. Here is all the official information. If anything is not clear, let our clinician know and they can talk it through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/101784\/pil\"\u003eDesogestrel 75 micrograms Tablets PIL\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"3 months","offer_id":56474322534740,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-28","price":14.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 months","offer_id":56474322567508,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-29","price":19.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 months","offer_id":56474322600276,"sku":"NORGESTON-20-30","price":40.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/Desogestrel.png?v=1784150195"},{"product_id":"cerelle","title":"Cerelle","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill, also known as a mini pill. It contains desogestrel and is used to help prevent pregnancy where clinically appropriate. Unlike combined oral contraceptive pills, Cerelle does not contain oestrogen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle works mainly by preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus, which makes it harder for sperm to reach an egg. It may be suitable for some people who cannot take oestrogen-containing contraception, but suitability depends on your medical history, current medicines, bleeding pattern, pregnancy or breastfeeding status and clinical assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle should be taken exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake one tablet every day at about the same time. Each strip contains 28 tablets. When one strip is finished, start the next strip the following day without a break, even if you are bleeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwallow the tablet whole with water. You may have irregular bleeding, spotting, heavier bleeding or no bleeding while using Cerelle. This can happen with progestogen-only contraception. If bleeding is heavy, persistent, unusual for you or concerning, seek clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are less than 12 hours late taking Cerelle, take the missed tablet as soon as you remember and take the next tablet at your usual time. Contraceptive protection is usually maintained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are more than 12 hours late, contraceptive protection may be reduced. Take a tablet as soon as you remember, continue the rest as normal, and use additional contraception such as condoms for the next 7 days. If you have had sex after a missed pill, or missed tablets during the first week of use, emergency contraception may need to be considered. Speak to a pharmacist or clinician promptly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you vomit within 3 to 4 hours of taking Cerelle, or have severe diarrhoea, the tablet may not have been absorbed properly. Follow missed pill advice and seek guidance if you are unsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not take extra tablets to improve contraceptive cover. Taking more than directed can increase the chance of side effects and will not improve how well the pill works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle contains desogestrel 75 micrograms as the active ingredient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther ingredients include lactose monohydrate, potato starch, povidone K-30, colloidal anhydrous silica, stearic acid, all-rac-alpha-tocopherol, polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, macrogol 3000 and talc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle contains lactose. If you have been told you have an intolerance to some sugars, seek advice before using this medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people experience side effects while taking Cerelle. Common side effects can include irregular bleeding, mood changes, reduced libido, depression, headache, nausea, acne, breast pain and weight change. Other possible side effects include vomiting, tiredness, vaginal infection, difficulty wearing contact lenses, hair loss, painful periods, ovarian cysts, rash, hives or skin reactions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek medical advice promptly if you develop severe lower abdominal pain, heavy or unusual vaginal bleeding, signs of pregnancy, a breast lump, symptoms of a blood clot, yellowing of the skin or eyes, severe mood changes, or signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, breathing difficulty or severe rash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle is not suitable for everyone. It should not be used if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, have unexplained vaginal bleeding, have active thrombosis, have severe liver disease where liver function has not returned to normal, have or are suspected of having certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or are allergic to desogestrel or any of the ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra clinical review may be needed if you have a history of breast cancer, liver cancer, thrombosis, diabetes, epilepsy, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, chloasma, depression or mood changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerelle can interact with some medicines, including certain epilepsy medicines, tuberculosis medicines, HIV medicines, hepatitis C medicines, some antifungals, some antibiotics and herbal products such as St John’s wort. Always list all current prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, supplements and herbal products during your consultation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability depends on your medical history, bleeding pattern, current medicines, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, allergy history and clinical assessment. Prescription medicine is supplied only where clinically appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Patient Information Leaflet --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePatient Information Leaflet\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesogestrel is not right for everyone, and there are things you should know before you start. Here is all the official information. If anything is not clear, let our clinician know and they can talk it through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/101784\/pil\"\u003eDesogestrel 75 micrograms Tablets PIL\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"POM","offers":[{"title":"3 months","offer_id":56474325090644,"sku":null,"price":14.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 months","offer_id":56474325123412,"sku":null,"price":19.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 months","offer_id":56474325156180,"sku":null,"price":40.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/5989\/6404\/files\/cerelle.png?v=1784150227"},{"product_id":"cerazette","title":"Cerazette","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCerazette is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill, also known as a mini pill. It contains desogestrel and is used to help prevent pregnancy where clinically appropriate. Unlike combined oral contraceptive pills, Cerazette does not contain oestrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerazette should be taken exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake one tablet every day at about the same time. Each strip contains 28 tablets. When one strip is finished, start the next strip the following day without a break, even if you are bleeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwallow the tablet whole with water. You may experience irregular bleeding, spotting, heavier bleeding or no bleeding while using Cerazette. This can happen with progestogen-only contraception. If bleeding is heavy, persistent, unusual for you or concerning, seek clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are less than 12 hours late taking Cerazette, take the missed tablet as soon as you remember and take the next tablet at your usual time. Contraceptive protection is usually maintained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are more than 12 hours late, contraceptive protection may be reduced. Take a tablet as soon as you remember, continue the rest as normal, and use additional contraception such as condoms for the next 7 days. If you have had sex after a missed pill, emergency contraception may need to be considered. Speak to our pharmacist or clinician promptly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you vomit within 3 to 4 hours of taking Cerazette, or have severe diarrhoea, the tablet may not have been absorbed properly. Follow missed pill advice and seek guidance if you are unsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not take extra tablets to improve contraceptive cover. Taking more than directed can increase the chance of side effects and will not improve how well the pill works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerazette contains desogestrel 75 micrograms as the active ingredient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther ingredients include colloidal anhydrous silica, all-rac-alpha-tocopherol, lactose monohydrate, maize starch, povidone, stearic acid, hypromellose, macrogol 400, talc and titanium dioxide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerazette contains lactose. If you have been told you have an intolerance to some sugars, seek advice before using this medicine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome people experience side effects while taking Cerazette. Common side effects can include irregular bleeding, no bleeding, mood changes, reduced libido, headache, nausea, acne, breast pain, weight change and painful periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther possible side effects can include vaginal infection, difficulty wearing contact lenses, vomiting, hair loss, tiredness, ovarian cysts, rash, hives or skin reactions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek medical advice promptly if you develop severe lower abdominal pain, heavy or unusual vaginal bleeding, signs of pregnancy, a breast lump, symptoms of a blood clot, yellowing of the skin or eyes, severe mood changes, or signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, breathing difficulty or severe rash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerazette is not suitable for everyone. It should not be used if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, have unexplained vaginal bleeding, have active thrombosis, have severe liver disease where liver function has not returned to normal, have or are suspected of having certain hormone-sensitive cancers, or are allergic to desogestrel or any of the ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra clinical review may be needed if you have a history of breast cancer, liver cancer, thrombosis, diabetes, epilepsy, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, chloasma, depression or mood changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCerazette can interact with some medicines, including certain epilepsy medicines, tuberculosis medicines, HIV medicines, hepatitis C medicines, some antifungals, some antibiotics and herbal products such as St John’s wort. Always list all current prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, supplements and herbal products during your consultation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Patient Information Leaflet --\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePatient Information Leaflet\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesogestrel is not right for everyone, and there are things you should know before you start. Here is all the official information. 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