Cerazette

Cerazette is an oestrogen-free birth control pill. It is called a mini-pill because it contains only one hormone, in comparison to the combined preparations, which contain two female hormones. Cerazette is used as a hormonal contraceptive and was first used medically in Europe, in 1981.

The active ingredient found in the pill, desogestrel, is a synthetic progestin from the 3rd generation. As well as oestrogens, progestins are part of the second important class of female sex hormones, which belong to the group of steroid hormones.

Desogestrel is a so-called pro-drug in which the gestagenic effect is caused by the active metabolite 3-keto-desogestrel. This substance causes a change in the consistency or thickening of the cervical mucus in the area of the cervix. As a result, male sperm is no longer able to enter the uterus and ovulation is also suppressed.

• Cerazette- Patient Leaflet

Due to the low dosage, the side effects are weaker compared to those of a combined pill. Side effects may not occur, but you might experience some symptoms since every person reacts differently to certain medications.

Common side effects:

• Irregular vaginal bleeding
• Acne
• Absence of bleeding
• Weight gain
• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Decreased libido
• Depressive mood or mood swings

Occasional side effects:

• Vomiting
• Menstrual pain
• Hair loss
• Vaginal fungus
• Fatigue
• Cysts on the ovary
• Difficulties while wearing contact lenses

If any of the above or other side effects occur, tell your doctor immediately. Read the Patient Information Leaflet for detailed information on side effects, contraindications and drug interactions.

The Cerazette birth control pill should not be taken if you have hypersensitivity to the active substance, desogestrel, or any other constituent, such as lactose. Also, in case you have thrombosis in the lungs or legs, it is not safe to take birth control pills. This also applies to current or previous liver disease. Finally, all hormone-related cancers and tumors are also contraindicated.

In short, the following diseases must be clarified with the doctor before taking the birth control pill:

• Liver cancer
• Thrombosis
• High blood pressure
• Tuberculosis

The effectiveness of the Cerazette pill is decreased or reversed by the following medications:

• Anti-epileptic drugs
• Medicines for stomach upset,
• Anti-tuberculosis drugs,
• Medicines for treating depression,
• Infectious diseases and HIV

We are aware that in order to prescribe this medication, it is necessary to check whether the person is suitable to take it. Apomeds connects you to mail-order pharmacies and EU-qualified doctors, who check your medical questionnaire for contraindications and interactions with other medicines. You can safely and discreetly order your birth-control pill online! As stated above, please note that you can order birth control pills on our platform only via a follow-up prescription.

Besides Cerazette we also have the following progestogen birth control pills in stock:

• Cerelle
• Noriday

There are websites where you can order birth control pills prescription-free. However, we advise you to not order Cerazette without consulting a doctor first, as it is not suitable for all women. Do not order Cerazette unless you have a prescription from a certified doctor, who has checked if this medication is safe and suitable for you.

The Cerazette mini-pill is suitable for adult women who don’t have any serious health issues and want to prevent pregnancy. Also, you can take it even if you are breastfeeding. If you are intolerant to oestrogen, or suffer from severe symptoms such as menstrual migraine, or oestrogen-related side effects like oedema, the medicine is also suitable because it does not contain oestrogen.

If you take the pill exactly as instructed, namely each day, at the same time of the day – it will be 99% effective. Consequently, the chances are extremely low to get pregnant if you take the pill correctly.