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Desogestrel / Desogestrel Pill
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Desogestrel is a "mini-pill", otherwise known as a progestogen-only pill which is used to effectively prevent pregnancy. Desogestrel pill is also suitable for women who can not tolerate oestrogen, or women who are breastfeeding.
- Progestogen-only pill
- Suitable for breastfeeding women
- Easy to use
- Genuine medication
- All drugs sourced in the UK
More information
A Doctor's Overview
GP and surgeon, Dr Shane Charles (MBBS, MRCS, PgDip SEM) provides a simple explanation of the medication below:
'Desogestrel is a synthetic form of progesterone that is used as a birth-control pill (contraceptive) and for the management of other gynecological conditions. '.
If you think Desogestrel is a treatment that can help you, start an online consultation now for a registered prescriber to review. If treatment is deemed suitable, they can prescribe it, and we can deliver it to you from the comfort of your own home with a range of convenient delivery and payment options for you to choose from. If you have any questions about a medication, you should always consult your doctor with any questions prior to starting treatment, to ensure that it is safe and suitable for you.
What is Desogestrel?
Desogestrel Contraceptive Pill
Desogestrel is a female contraceptive pill that is known as a ‘mini-pill’. It is a progesterone-only pill that does not contain any oestrogen. Unlike other progesterone-only pills, Desogestrel has a 12-hour ‘missed pill’ window. This means that you have a 12-hour window every day to take your pill. Other progesterone-only pills only give you a three-hour window.
Patient Information Leaflet
For more information on the prescription medication patients should refer to the Desogestrel patient information leaflet.
How does Desogestrel work?
This contraceptive pill is a synthetic version of the female sex hormone progesterone. It works by thickening cervical mucus which makes it harder for sperm cells to get through to the uterus where they could fertilise an egg. It also prevents the egg from ‘ripening’. This means that most women who use Desogestrel will not release an egg from their ovaries.
How do you use Desogestrel?
Desogestrel Pill
Before you start using Desogestrel you should make sure to thoroughly read through the information leaflet that is provided with the medication. This leaflet will include details on how to use the medication properly. Typically, you will take one Desogestrel tablet orally with water at the same time each day, however, you do have a 12-hour window in which to take the medication. You should aim to take it at the same time every day.
What are the benefits of Desogestrel?
Here are some of the main benefits of using Desogestrel:
- It is 94% effective at preventing pregnancy.
- It can be used by people of all ages.
- It can be used by people that cannot use oestrogen-based pills.
- It is safe for use by people who are breastfeeding.
What is the correct dosage of Desogestrel?
The Desogestrel that you can buy online from UK Meds contains 75mcg of medication. This is the most common strength of Desogestrel. We supply packet sizes of 84 or 168 tablets which would be suitable for 12 or 24 weeks.
How do you start using Desogestrel?
Here is a handy table to let you know how you should start using Desogestrel:
Circumstance | How to start using Desogestrel |
If you have not used any hormonal contraception in the past month: |
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If you are switching from a vaginal ring, combination pill or transdermal patch: |
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If you are changing from another progesterone pill: |
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If you are changing from the coil, implant or injection: |
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If you are using Desogestrel after having had a baby: |
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Buy Desogestrel
Where can you buy Desogestrel?
You can safely buy Desogestrel online at UK Meds. You will first need to have an online consultation with a prescriber before we can supply your order. Our consultation will make sure that Desogestrel is the right medication for your medical condition.
Can I get Desogestrel on subscription?
Yes, you can get Desogestrel on a subscription from UK Meds. By getting your medication on a subscription you can rest assured that you will get it when you need it, whilst also saving money. It’s a win-win!
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