Cerazette pill

Unpredictable bleeding is a common side effect of progestogen only pills like Cerazette, especially within the first few months of use. This can include prolonged bleeding, heavy bleeding, spotting or no bleeding at all. If your bleeding pattern suddenly changes consider doing a pregnancy test and STI test. Check out our guide to bleeding problems on contraception where we look into when you should speak to your GP. If irregular bleeding continues or is causing problems you may want to consider changing to a different type of pill or method of contraception altogether. Take our Contraception Recommender Quiz to find the right method or you.

There is no evidence that weight is affected by Cerazette. However weight gain, or loss, could be impacted by a number of factors that may be related to hormones and the menstrual cycle, such as water retention. Learn more in our complete guide to contraception and weight and about the link between the pill and digestive issues.

Anxiety and mood are often reported by women who have reviewed hormonal contraceptives like Cerazette at The Lowdown. However, the scientific evidence is patchy, and some women don't report any mood changes or anxiety on Cerazette at all. Learn more about why this is such a complex topic and how to be aware of other risk factors in our guide to contraception and mood.

Yes. You can order Cerazette online at The Lowdown from £7 per month (including delivery). Head to our Pill Prescriptions service to fill in a short questionnaire about you and your medical history. Your request will then be reviewed by our pharmacy. We'll post a 3 month supply of your chosen pill directly to your door in discreet packaging.

Cerazette is a small tablet you swallow daily that (unlike the combined pill) only contains one hormone – progestogen. It prevents pregnancy by making the fluid in your cervix thicker (which makes it more difficult for sperm to enter the womb), and preventing the lining of your womb thickening enough for a fertilised egg to implant in it. Progestogen-only pills containing desogestrel can also stop ovulation. There are a few things that can stop the progestogen-only pill from working properly including vomiting, some medicines, or missing a pill. Take a look at our complete guide to the progestogen-only pill.

Cerazette contains the hormone desogestrel and must be taken within 12 hours of the same time everyday. We recommend keeping your pill packet somewhere you look at everyday (like your makeup bag) to remind you to take it, or set an alarm on your phone. Most types of progestogen-only pills are designed to be taken for 28 days with no break between packs. Depending on where you are in your cycle when you start the pill, you might not be protected against pregnancy straight away. Find out more about the progesterone only pill. Coming off the pill is easy - you just stop taking it. When you do, you're no longer protected from pregnancy. If you want to stop the pill but do not wish to become pregnant then you might want to consider switching to another form of contraception before you stop taking your pill. Read our complete guide to coming off the pill.