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Cerazette Pill
Cerazette is a progesterone only contraceptive pill, also known as the mini pill. It contains the active ingredient desogestrel, which works to prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg each month. It should be taken continuously without a break.
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Cerazette Pill Prices
| Medicine | x3 x 28 Tablets (3 Month Course) |
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| Cerazette Pill 75mcg x 28 Tablets (3 Month Course) | £18.49 |
What is Cerazette?
Cerazette is an oral contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy. It contains the active ingredient desogestrel, a synthetic version of the female sex hormone, progestogen. It is referred to as a progesterone only pill (POP), or the “mini-pill”. Cerazette contains the same ingredient as the contraceptive pill Cerelle.
How does Cerazette work?
Cerazette tablets contain 75microgram of the active ingredient desogestrel. It interferes with the natural ovulation process by preventing the release of the egg from the ovaries every month. Cerazette also thickens the lining of the cervix, making it difficult for sperm to reach the egg through the vagina.
When should I start taking Cerazette?
Taking Cerazette for the first time
Take one tablet on the first day of your period. You do not need an additional contraceptive method. If you start taking the pill from day 2 to 5 of your menstrual period, you should use an additional contraceptive method, such as a condom, for the first 7 days of taking Cerazette.
Switching from another contraceptive method
If you are switching to Cerazette from a combined contraceptive pill, a vaginal ring or a contraceptive patch that does not have a break, start taking Cerazette the day after you have taken the last combined pill, or, on the day you remove your patch or vaginal ring. If your combined pill contains 7 “inactive pills” that you take during your bleed, you should not take these tablets, and you should take Cerazette the day after your last active pill.
If you are switching to Cerazette from a combined contraceptive pill, vaginal ring or contraceptive patch that has a break, you can start taking Cerazette the day after the break. If your contraceptive pills have 7 inactive tablets you take when you have a bleed, you can start taking Cerazette once you have taken the 7 inactive pills.
If you are switching to Cerazette from a mini-pill (progesterone-only pill), you can start taking Cerazette on any day. You do not need to use any additional contraceptive measures.
After having a baby
Start taking Cerazette anywhere between day 21 and day 28 after birth. Taking Cerazette after this period will require the use of an additional contraceptive measure for 7 days. If you have had sex, you will need to check that you are not pregnant.
What if I miss a dose of Cerazette?
If you miss a dose of, try to take it as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two doses in one day.
Doses less than 12 hours late
- If you have missed a tablet and remember to take it within 12 hours, take the pill as soon as you remember and continue taking the next dose at the regular time to remain protected against pregnancy.
Doses more than 12 hours late
- If you are more than 12 hours late taking Cerazatte, you are not protected against pregnancy.
- Take a tablet as soon as you remember and continue to take your next dose at the same time, even if this means taking two pills in one day, or two pills at the same time. You should use additional contraceptive measures for the next 2 days (48 hours).
- If you have forgotten to take more than one tablet, you should not take the earlier missed pills. Continue as usual but use an additional barrier method such as a condom for 7 days.
- If you are more than 12 hours late in taking Cerazette and you have had sex, you can use emergency contraception such as the pill, but you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Who should not take Cerazette?
Most women can take Cerazette as it is a safe and effective contraceptive pill. However, it may not be suitable for certain individuals.
You should not take Cerazette if you have:
- Allergies to desogestrel or any of the ingredients contained in Cerazette
- Thrombosis, which is the formation of blood clots. You should not take Cerazette if you have a history of thrombosis or blood clots, including a family history.
- Jaundice
- Liver problems
- History or family history of breast cancer, or if you are at high risk of developing breast cancer, or any other cancer that grown under the influence of sex steroids
- Unexplained vaginal bleeding
- Acute porphyrias, an inherited disease that affects the nervous system
- Arterial disease where you have narrowed arteries
If you have any of the following conditions, you should speak to your doctor before using Cerazette:
- Active trophoblastic disease, which are pregnancy related tumours
- Cysts in your ovaries
- Diabetes
- Heart problems
- Migraines
- Past ectopic pregnancy
- Malabsorption syndrome, which is the inability to absorb vitamins, nutrients and minerals from your digestive system into your bloodstream
- Lupus, which is a condition that causes inflammation in your skin, joints and other parts of your body
- Cancer
- Epilepsy
- Tuberculosis
- High blood pressure
- Chloasma, which is pigmentation or discolouration of your skin
- Lactose intolerance – Cerazette contains lactose and you should speak to your doctor if you have an intolerance to lactose or certain sugars
Psychiatric Disorders
In some cases, women taking Cerazette may develop depression, mood swings and anxiety. If you experience any changes in mood or depressive symptoms, please contact your doctor.
Breast Cancer
It is important to check your breasts regularly for any lumps or changes that do not seem normal. Breast cancer cases have been found to be slightly more in those that take the pill. If you notice any changes to your breasts, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Thrombosis
Thrombosis is the formation of blood clots, which can block blood vessels. They can occur in the deep veins of legs (Deep Vein Thrombosis) and if they break away, they can reach the arteries of the lungs causing a pulmonary embolism. Symptoms include breathlessness, chest pain and collapse. The risk of DVT is higher in those that use the pill. If you notice such symptoms, you should seek urgent medical attention.
Can I take Cerazette with other medication?
Cerazette may interact with certain medication and you should make your doctor, pharmacist, and nurse aware of any medication that you are taking. This includes any herbal remedies you take, or plan on taking. You should also make your dentist aware, in case they need to prescribe you antibiotics, which may affect the effectiveness of Cerazette.
The following medication may have an effect on Cerazette:
- Antiepileptics
- Medication used to treat tuberculosis
- HIV medication
- Antivirals, especially those used to treat Hepatitis C
- Blood pressure medication
- Medication used to treat depression, including St John’s Wort
- Certain antibiotics, including erythromycin and clarithromycin
- Antifungals, such as fluconazole, ketoconazole and itraconazole
- Medication used to treat high blood pressure in the lungs
- Medication used to treat narcolepsy, such as modafinil
What If I have diarrhoea or vomiting after taking Cerazette?
Vomiting and diarrhoea can affect the absorption of the tablet and it may not be fully absorbed into your bloodstream. If you vomit or have diarrhoea within 3-4 hours after taking Cerazette, you should take another tablet when you feel well again. If the replacement tablet is taken within 12 hours of your usual time, you will be protected.
If you continue to have vomiting and diarrhoea, keep taking your pill at the normal time, but use extra contraception for 7 days after you feel well again.
Can I take Cerazette if I am breastfeeding?
Cerazette is safe to take when breastfeeding. Whilst a small amount of the drug is present in breastmilk, it does not affect the quality of milk nor have an affect on the baby.
Side Effects
Cerazette Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Changes to your period
- Changes to your mood
- Headache
- Nausea
- Breast tenderness
- Weight gain
- Acne
- Reduced sex drive
- Irregularities to your period
- Skin reactions
It is important to have regular check-up's when using this pill. If you notice any of the following, contact your doctor:
- Signs of a blood clot, including pain or swelling in your legs, chest pain, unusal cough, breathlessness
- Stomach ache that appeared suddenly
- Signs of jaundice, including yellowing of the skin, yellowing of the eyes or urine that is dark in colour
- Changes in your breasts
- Sudden and sever pain in your lower stomach (this is a symptom of a pregnancy ocurring outside of the womb)
- Vaginal bleeding that is unusual
You should also contact your doctor if you:
- Think you are pregnant
- You will be immobile for a long period of time (due to surgery, an injury etc.)
Patient Information Leaflet
For more information about the contraceptive pill Cerazette, take a look at the patient information leaflet below:
Where can I find out more information about Cerazette?
To find out more information about Cerazette, visit the NHS website.
Cerazette does not affect the ability to operate any kind of machinery
When taken correctly, it is 99% effective
Cerazette only protects against pregnancy, and will not protect you from STI's. You should use a barrier method such as a condom to reduce the likelihood of contracting an STI
You can stop taking the pill whenever you wish. You will not be protected from the day you stop taking Cerazette
Cerazette is not suitable for vegans, as it contains lactose
Yes. In clinical trials, 94% of women suffering from paful periods experienced an improvement
Most women will not experience periods when taking Cerazette. Spotting, or vaginal bleeding may happen ocasionally. If you are experiencing vaginal bleeding that is abronmal, you should visit your GP
When taken on days 1-5 of your period, you will be protected straight away from pregnancy
Cerazette will not have a direct impact on your weight. Some contraceptive pills can increase your appetite, and the increase in consumption of food can make you gain weight. The contraceptive pill can also make you feel bloated, which gives the impression that you have put on weight. This varies from person to person and not everyone will experience side effects.
During the month, fluctations in hormones can change the size of breast tissue. Cerazette contains desogestrel, a synthetic version of the hormone progesterone. This can cause an increase in size of breast tissue, which can cause a temporary increase in the size of breasts. After a few months of taking the pill, your body adjusts and breasts usually return to their natural size
HOW TO USE Cerazette Pill
How to take Cerazette
Take one tablet at the same time daily. After finishing the first packet, start the new packet immediately without taking a break. The pills are packaged in strips which are marked with the days of the week to help you remember if you have taken a pill that day. When taking a tablet for the first time from a new packet, always take a tablet from the first row. For example, if you start on a Tuesday, take a tablet from the top row that is marked “Tuesday”.
These tablets should be swallowed whole with water and can be taken with or without food.
OTHER OPTIONS INCLUDE
Co-Cyprindiol (generic Dianette) is a prescription medicine containing cyproterone and ethinylestradiol. It is typically used as an acne treatment but can also be used as a form of contraceptive.
Dianette (also available as a generic medication called co-cyprindiol) is a prescription treatment for acne but can also be used as a contraceptive treatment in some cases. It contains the active ingredients cyproterone and ethinylestradiol.
Desogestrel is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill (POP), which prevents pregnancy by thickening the mucus in the cervix, preventing sperm from reaching an egg. It also delays ovulation.
Yasmin is a combined contraceptive pill containing the active ingredients drospiernone and ethinylestradiol. These synthetic hormones work to prevent ovulation and make it difficult for sperm to enter the womb.
Microgynon is a combined oral contraceptive pill, which contains the synthetic hormones, levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol. It works by preventing ovulation, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the egg. One tablet should be taken daily for 21 days, followed by a 7 day break. It is also available as an ED (every day) version, which should be taken daily.
Rigevidon is a combined contraceptive pill. It contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. They work together to stop the ovaries from releasing an egg each month, as well as thickening the mucus in the womb. This makes it difficult for sperm to enter and fertilise an egg, preventing pregnancy.
Hana is a contraceptive pill, available to buy over the counter. It is a progesterone only pill, also known as the mini pill and contains the active ingredient, desogestrel. It works by stopping ovulation and thickening the mucus in the womb, to prevent sperm reaching an egg.
Marvelon is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and desogestrel. These hormones prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg, and also work to thicken the fluid in the cervix making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb.
Mercilon is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and desogestrel, which are naturally occuring hormones that prevent eggs being released from the ovaries.
Noriday is a progesterone only contraceptive pill, also known as the mini-pill. It is commonly used by women who are unable to take the combined pill.
Gedarel is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and desogestrel, which are synthetic versions of female sex hormones oestrogen and progestogen. Gedarel contains the same active ingredients as Marvelon and Mercilon.
Femodene is a combined oral contraceptive which contains two active ingredients, ethinylestradiol and gestodene. They mimic the naturally occuring female sex hormones oestrogen and progestogen.
Logynon is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients levonorgestrel and oestrogen ethinylestradiol which are artificial versions of naturally occuring female sex hormones, progestegen and oestrogen.
Millinette is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and gestodene. It is available in two different strengths, both containing 75mcg of gestodene and either 20mcg or 30mcg of ethinylestradiol.
Femodette is a combined oral contraceptive pill which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and gestodene which are artificial versions of the naturally occurring female sex hormones oestrogen and progestogen.
Cerelle is a progestogen only contraceptive pill, commonly referred to as a mini pill. It contains the active ingredient desogestrel, which is an artificial version of the female sex hormone progesterone. It is also available as a branded medication under the name Cerazette.
Cilest is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and norgestimate. These are synthetic hormones which mimic the action of naturally occurring hormones oestrogen and progesterone.
Loestrin is a combined oral contraceptive which contains the active ingredients ethinylestradiol and norethisterone. These are synthetic versions of the female sex hormones oestrogen and progesterone which work to prevent ovulation.
Ovranette is a combined oral contraceptive pill and contains the same active ingredients as Microgynon and Logynon.
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