Rigevidon tablet
Rigevidon is a combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) used to prevent pregnancy. It contains two hormones, ethinylestradiol (an oestrogen) and levonorgestrel (a progestogen), which work together to provide effective contraception.
Rigevidon prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Rigevidon is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It can also provide additional benefits such as more regular periods, reduced menstrual pain, and lighter bleeding.
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Rigevidon prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Rigevidon is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It can also provide additional benefits such as more regular periods, reduced menstrual pain, and lighter bleeding.
Features:
- Highly effective contraception when taken correctly
- Regulates menstrual cycles
- Can reduce period pain and heavy bleeding
- May improve acne in some women
- Predictable monthly withdrawal bleed
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Take one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day pill-free break during which you will usually have a withdrawal bleed. Start the next pack after the 7-day break, even if bleeding has not finished.
- Must be taken at the same time each day
- If pills are missed, contraceptive protection may be reduced
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Not suitable if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
- Do not use if you have a history of blood clots, stroke, or certain heart conditions
- Not recommended for smokers over the age of 35
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have high blood pressure, migraines, or liver problems
- Some medications may affect how well Rigevidon works
The active substances are levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol. One coated tablet contains 150 micrograms levonorgestrel and 30 micrograms ethinylestradiol. The other ingredients are: Colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, talc, maize starch, lactose monohydrate (33 mg), sucrose, calcium carbonate, titanium dioxide (E171), copovidone, macrogol 6000, povidone carmellose sodium.
