What does Cerazette do to your hormones?

What does Cerazette do to your hormones?

Cerazette contains a small amount of one type of female sex hormone, the progestogen desogestrel. Most POPs work primarily by preventing the sperm cells from entering the womb but they do not always prevent the egg cell from ripening, which is the main way that combined pills work.

Is Cerazette a progesterone only pill?

Cerazette is a form of progestogen-only mini pill. Its active ingredient is desogestrel, which is a synthetic version of the hormone progesterone. Cerazette is prescribed to sexually active women who do not want to get pregnant.

Can I take Cerazette straight away?

You can start taking Cerazette at any time in your menstrual cycle. If you start it on day 1 to 5 of your period you’ll be protected from pregnancy straight away and don’t need to use any extra contraception.

Does Cerazette affect fertility?

No, long-term use of the pill or mini-pill won’t affect your fertility. If you’ve been taking the pill or mini-pill, your chances of getting pregnant within a year are about the same as any other couple.

Which is better Cerelle or Cerazette?

There is no difference between Cerelle and Cerazette. They both have the same ingredients and should only differ in cost. However even though the difference between Cerelle and Cerazette is just the name, some people report that one or the other has achieved better results for them.

Do you take Cerazette continuously?

One Cerazette tablet should be taken every day, at the same time each day. With this type of pill you don’t have a break between packs. If you’re more than 12 hours late taking a pill you won’t be protected against pregnancy and you’ll need to use condoms for the next two days.

What time should I take Cerazette?

Cerazette® is a type of progestogen only pill (also known as the ‘mini pill’). You will need to take one pill every day. There are 28 pills per pack, and you do not take a break between packs. These pills must be taken within the same 12 hour period each day to be effective.

When can I stop Cerazette?

You can stop taking Cerazette® at any time you want. If you do not want to become pregnant, ask your doctor about other methods of birth control. If you stop using Cerazette® because you want to get pregnant, it is generally recommended that you wait until you have had a natural period before trying to conceive.

How soon can you get pregnant after stopping cerazette?

After you stop taking cerazette, the hormones will leave your body within a couple of days but it depends on each individual as to when you will start to ovulate again, and it can take up to three months for some people.