Loestrin 30 pill

Loestrin 30 was discontinued in 2019. It was a unique combined pill containing a standard oestrogen dose and a progestogen called norethisterone. Microgynon 30 also contains a standard oestrogen dose and a similar progestogen called levonorgestrel so is a possible alternative to Loestrin 30.

There's no evidence that weight is affected by the combined pill. However, a number of related factors could impact your weight. The combined pill contains both the hormones oestrogen and progestogen. These can have an affect on how the body stores fat, retains water and even your appetite. More research is needed to provide a definitive answer so in the meantime, take a look at our user reviews to see how our community report Loestrin 30 impacts their weight. You can also find out more in our complete guide to contraception and weight.

Traditionally combined pills have been taken for 21 days followed by a 7 day break during which you may have a withdrawal bleed like a period. Some people may experience very light bleeding or no bleeding at all during the break. If packets of the combined pill are taken continuously or back to back without a break it is also possible to avoid having a bleed altogether. Find out more in our guide to continuous pill taking. If you experience a change in bleeding pattern whilst taking the combined pill and may be at risk of pregnancy, you should take a pregnancy test.

Headaches are a common side effect of the combined pill and are reported by women who have reviewed Loestrin 30 on The Lowdown. Headaches or associated symptoms that are new, severe, or more frequent than usual should be discussed with your doctor. If you have migraines, the risks of using combined methods may outweigh the benefits. Learn more about headaches, migraines and the pill.

Loestrin 30 is a combined pill that is taken daily to prevent pregnancy. It makes the fluid in your cervix thicker (which makes it more difficult for sperm to enter the womb) whilst also stopping ovulation. Loestrin 30 also prevents the lining of your womb from thickening enough for a fertilised egg to implant into it. Loestrin 30 is around 93% effective with typical use, which means that 7 in 100 women fall pregnant whilst taking it each year. Find out more about how clinical effectiveness is determined. There are a few things that can stop the combined pill from working properly including vomiting, some antibiotics, or missing a pill. Take a look at our complete guide to the combined pill to find out more. You can also use our Missed pill calculator to help you understand what to do if you miss a pill.

You should take your Loestrin 30 pill around the same time every day. 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. Loestrin 30 is designed to be taken for 21 days followed by a 7 day break during which you'll experience a withdrawal bleed (like a period). If you want to, you can choose to shorten this break or miss it out altogether (check out our blog on taking your pill back to back). Depending on where you are in your cycle when you start the pill, you might not be protected against pregnancy straight away. Check out our blog about the combined pill for more info. Coming off Loestrin 30 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 should complete your current packet before stopping and consider switching to another form of contraception before you stop taking your pill. If you have unprotected sex and stop your pill before the packet is finished you may ovulate (release an egg from the ovary) and could become pregnant. You can use our Missed pill calculator if you have missed any pills from your packet. Read our complete guide to coming off the pill for more advice.