Dianette tablets
Dianette is a combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) that contains cyproterone acetate and ethinylestradiol. It is primarily prescribed for women who require both contraception and treatment for acne or symptoms caused by excess androgens (male hormones).
As a contraceptive, Dianette works in three key ways: it prevents ovulation (the release of an egg), thickens cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thins the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation. When taken correctly, it provides highly effective protection against pregnancy.
Unlike standard contraceptive pills, Dianette also has anti-androgen properties, which can help reduce symptoms such as acne and excessive hair growth. However, it should only be used for contraception in women who also require treatment for these conditions.
Features:
As a contraceptive, Dianette works in three key ways: it prevents ovulation (the release of an egg), thickens cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thins the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation. When taken correctly, it provides highly effective protection against pregnancy.
Unlike standard contraceptive pills, Dianette also has anti-androgen properties, which can help reduce symptoms such as acne and excessive hair growth. However, it should only be used for contraception in women who also require treatment for these conditions.
Features:
- Highly effective contraception when taken correctly
- Prevents ovulation and reduces the risk of pregnancy
- Regulates menstrual cycles
- Provides additional benefits for acne and hormonal symptoms
- Predictable monthly withdrawal bleed
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 is ongoing.
- Must be taken at the same time each day
- Should not be used alongside other hormonal contraceptives
- Not recommended for long-term use solely for contraception
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Follow the instructions in the patient leaflet
- Not suitable if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
- Do not use if you have a history of blood clots (DVT, PE), stroke, or certain heart conditions
- Not recommended for smokers over the age of 35
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have migraines, high blood pressure, or liver disease
- Higher risk of blood clots compared to some other combined pills
- Some medications may affect effectiveness
Each tablet contains: 2 milligrams of the anti-androgen, cyproterone acetate, and 35 micrograms of the oestrogen, ethinylestradiol.
Dianette also contains the inactive ingredients: lactose, maize starch, povidone, talc, magnesium stearate (E572), sucrose, macrogol 6000, calcium carbonate (E170), titanium dioxide (E171), glycerol (E422), glycol montanate, yellow ferric oxide pigment (E172).
Dianette also contains the inactive ingredients: lactose, maize starch, povidone, talc, magnesium stearate (E572), sucrose, macrogol 6000, calcium carbonate (E170), titanium dioxide (E171), glycerol (E422), glycol montanate, yellow ferric oxide pigment (E172).
