Microgynon 30 tablets
Microgynon 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 reliable and effective contraception.
Microgynon prevents pregnancy in three ways: by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it more difficult for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Microgynon is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It is one of the most commonly prescribed contraceptive pills and is well established in clinical use. In addition to contraception, it can help regulate periods, reduce menstrual pain, and make bleeding lighter and more predictable.
Features:
Microgynon prevents pregnancy in three ways: by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it more difficult for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Microgynon is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It is one of the most commonly prescribed contraceptive pills and is well established in clinical use. In addition to contraception, it can help regulate periods, reduce menstrual pain, and make bleeding lighter and more predictable.
Features:
- Highly effective contraception when taken correctly
- Regulates menstrual cycles
- Can reduce period pain and heavy bleeding
- Widely used and well established treatment
- Predictable monthly withdrawal bleed
Take one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day pill-free break. During this break, you will usually have a withdrawal bleed. Start the next pack after 7 days, even if bleeding is ongoing.
- Must be taken at the same time each day
- If pills are missed, effectiveness 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 (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
- Some medications may affect how well Microgynon works
The active substances are levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol. Each beige sugar-coated tablet contains: 150 micrograms of the progestogen levonorgestrel, and 30 micrograms of the oestrogen ethinylestradiol. The other ingredients are: Lactose, maize starch, povidone, magnesium stearate (E572), sucrose, macrogol 6000, calcium carbonate (E170), talc, glycol montanate, titanium dioxide (E171), glycerin (E422), ferric oxide pigment yellow (E172).
