Desorex Contraceptive Pill

Buy Desorex 75mcg Tablets

Desorex 75mcg Tablets are a contraceptive pill that’s used to prevent pregnancy. It is a progestogen-only pill (POP), also known as the mini pill. 

How Desorex 75mcg Tablets work

Desorex 75mcg Tablets only contain the progestogen hormone desogesterel. It works by preventing the sperm cells from entering the womb by thickening the mucus and preventing pregnancy. 

Directions

Always take Desorex 75mcg Tablets exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. 

Each strip contains 28 tablets. You should start with the first tablet on the first day of your menstrual bleeding and take 1 tablet each day with water.

The days of the week are printed on the foil. Each day corresponds with a tablet. When you start a new pack, take your tablet from the top row. If you start on a Wednesday, you must take the tablet marked “WED.” Continue to take 1 tablet a day until the pack is empty. Make sure you follow the directions indicated by the arrows, allowing you to check if you have taken your pill for this day. 

If you forget to take Desorex, or you have a bout of vomiting or diarrhoea, please refer to the patient information leaflet for guidance. 

When you can start taking Desorex

When no hormonal contraceptive has been used in the last month 

Wait for your period to start. On the first day of your period, take your first tablet. You can also start on days 2-5 of your cycle. However, you must use additional contraception for the first 7 days.

When you are changing from a combined pill, vaginal ring or transdermal patch 

You can start taking Desorex on the day after you finish any of these methods of contraception. You must use additional contraception for 7 days when you are changing over to Desorex. 

Changing from another progestogen-only-pill

You can stop taking your current contraception and start taking Desorex straight away. You do not need to take any extra precautions. 

Changing from an injectable, implant or progestogen-releasing intrauterine device (IUD)

You can start taking these tablets when your next injection is due or on the day that your implant or IUD is removed. You do not need to take any extra precautions. 

After having a baby

After giving birth, you can start taking the tablets before your period returns. If you start 21 days after giving birth, then you must use additional contraception for the first 7 days.

After a miscarriage or abortion

Your GP or pharmacist will advise you when you can start taking Desorex.

Side effects

Desorex 75mcg Tablets may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 

• Change of mood 
• Decreased sex drive 
• Nausea 
• Breast pain 
• Irregular periods or no period 
• Headaches 
• Acne 
• Weight gain 

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 

Stop taking Desorex 75mcg Tablets immediately and contact your GP as soon as possible if you experience the following side effects:

• Severe pain or swelling in your legs
• Unexplained pain in your chest, breathlessness, an unusual cough or coughing up blood
• A sudden, severe stomach ache
• Symptoms of jaundice 
• A lump in your breast
• Unusual, heavy vaginal bleeding

Breast cancer has been found more often in women who take the pill in comparison to those who do not. When you stop taking the pill, the risk of breast cancer gradually decreases. 

In rare cases, a blood clot might form. The risk of a blood clot developing is higher in those taking the pill than in those who don’t. The symptoms of a blood clot include:

• Swelling surrounding the area where the blood clot has formed 
• A change in the colour of your skin, usually reddening of the skin or a blue tinge
• Mild to intense pain in the area where the blood clot has formed
• Warm skin in the area where the blood clot has formed
• Trouble breathing or chest pain 
• Swollen and painful veins

Warnings

Desorex 75mcg Tablets may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:

• You have thrombosis 
• You have had jaundice or severe liver disease and your liver function has not yet returned to normal 
• You have or are suspected to have cancer that is sensitive to sex steroids e.g. breast cancer 
• You have any unexplained vaginal bleeding

Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if: 

• You have ever had breast cancer
• You have liver cancer 
• You have reduced liver function 
• If you have an intolerance to certain sugars
• You have ever had thrombosis 
• You have diabetes
• You have epilepsy 
• You have tuberculosis 
• You have high blood pressure or your blood pressure increases significantly
• You have or have had chloasma 

Using/taking other medicines

If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product. 

Some medicines may stop Desorex 75mcg Tablets from working properly, such as:

• Primidone, phenytoin, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine, felbamate and phenobarbital (for epilepsy)
• Rifampicin and rifabutin (for tuberculosis)
• Ritonavir and nelfinavir (for HIV)
• Griseofulvin (for infections)
• Medical charcoal (for an upset stomach)
• St John’s wort 
• Ciclosporin (used after an organ transplant)

Age restrictions 

This product is not suitable for anyone under 18 years old.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Do not take Desorex 75mcg Tablets if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. You can take this product if you are breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new product.

Storage information

Store in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw medicines away via household waste.

Important information

Make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this product is right for you.

Store out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before taking this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.