Microgynon tablets (also known as Microgynon 30) are a combined oral contraceptive pill that stop you from getting pregnant. This contraceptive contains two types of female sex hormones, oestrogen and progestogen. Microgynon tablets are a 21-day Pill – you take one each day for 21 days, followed by 7 days when you take no pills.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Microgynon?
Microgynon is a combined hormonal contraceptive that can be used to prevent pregnancy. This form of contraception will not protect you against STIs, only a condom has that capability. Microgynon contains ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel and these hormones prevent your ovaries from releasing an egg. This form of contraception will make it difficult for an egg to implant itself in the womb’s lining and will also make it difficult for the sperm to find the egg.
We advise that all of our patients seek the advice of either their doctor or prescriber before they begin their Microgynon treatment. This is to ensure that you receive the correct treatment for you.
How does Microgynon work?
Microgynon prevents your ovaries from releasing an egg. This pill also inhibits sperm from being able to find the egg and will make it difficult for an egg to implant itself into an individual’s womb lining.
We advise that all of our patients seek the advice of either their doctor or prescriber before they begin their Microgynon treatment. This is to ensure that you receive the correct treatment for you.
What is the active ingredient in Microgynon?
The active ingredients in Microgynon are ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel.
We advise that all of our patients seek the advice of either their doctor or prescriber before they begin their Microgynon treatment. This is to ensure that you receive the correct treatment for you.
How do you take Microgynon?
When taking this pill you should take one pill every day for 21 days and preferably at the same time each day. You should not crush the pill but instead swallow it whole and with water. You should take a break from this pill every so often but should seek advice from either your doctor or prescriber to find out when this should be.
We advise that all of our patients seek the advice of either their doctor or prescriber before they begin their Microgynon treatment. This is to ensure that you receive the correct treatment for you.
Side effects of Microgynon?
When taking Microgynon, many do not experience side effects, however, that does not mean that others do not experience them.
Common side effects include:
Feeling sick
Infections of the vagina (Thrush)
Abdominal pain
Headache
Changes in weight
Breast pain or tenderness
Slight bleeding or spotting between periods in the first few months
Lighter periods or sometimes stopping of periods
Mood changes
Dizziness
Acne
Other possible side effects include:
Fluid retention
Change in sex drive
Changes in appetite
Brown patches on your face or body
Rise in blood pressure
Skin reactions.
Increased risk of getting a blood clot in an artery, which could cause a stroke or a heart attack.
Increased risk of getting a blood clot in a vein, such as a deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.
Are there any Interactions between Microgynon with alcohol and food?
There is no evidence to suggest that any particular food group or alcohol has a direct effect on the efficacy of a patient’s Microgynon. However, you should consult your doctor or prescriber if you are concerned about your alcohol or food consumption affecting your medication.
Are there any interactions between Microgynon and other drugs?
The usefulness and efficiency of an orally taken Microgynon can be affected by the use of enzyme-inducing drugs. You should consult with your doctor or prescriber if you are concerned that your enzyme-inducing medication may affect the efficacy of your Microgynon.
Are there any reasons why you would not be able to take Microgynon?
Microgynon is not suitable for all women. You shouldn’t take this medication if you:
are over 35 and you smoke, or you stopped smoking less than a year ago
If you miss a pill, we advise that you consult with either your prescriber or doctor to ensure that you are continuing your Microgynon treatment in a way that will prevent pregnancy or is suitable for you.
What's the difference between Microgynon and ellaOne?
Microgynon contains two active ingredients, which are ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel whereas ellaOne contains ulipristal as its active ingredient.
ellaOne stops progesterone from working normally, which then causes the delayed release of an egg. ellaOne is also referred to as the morning-after pill but is not effective if you have ovulated.
We recommend that all of our patients consult either their doctor or prescriber they buy and take Microgynon or any form of contraceptive. This is to ensure that they receive the correct treatment for them.
Why should you buy Microgynon?
Microgynon can prevent unwanted pregnancy. It is a combined pill that some patients may prefer over progesterone-only pills.
You can buy Microgynon online from e-Surgery, making it easy to get the right contraption for you.
Remember you can use our free Ask a Pharmacist service if you have any questions before you buy Microgynon online.
Can you buy Microgynon in advance?
You can only buy Microgynon online for advanced use. It is always good to be prepared but keep in mind that Microgynon does not prevent the spread of STIs, so make sure to take a test after unprotected intercourse to ensure that you are safe and healthy.
If the test does come back positive we do sell treatments for a wide variety of STIs which are dealt with discreetly.
If you choose to buy a 3-month supply of Microgynon online with e-Surgery prices start at £12.95.
Is it safe to buy Microgynon online?
Yes, you can legally buy Microgynon online from a registered prescriber such as e-Surgery.
Whenever you buy Microgynon online, or any other medication, make sure you check for the green GPhC logo at the bottom of each page of the website you are using.
Use the GPhC website to check the pharmacy is registered to ensure when you buy Microgynon online the medication is genuine.
If you buy Microgynon online, what will the pack contain?
If you buy Microgynon online, how will it be delivered?
e-Surgery uses Royal Mail delivery with choices starting from Royal Mail 48 tracked delivery, Royal Mail tracked 24, and Royal Mail 1pm special delivery (discover more about e-Surgery delivery). When you buy Microgynon online they will arrive in discreet, recyclable packaging at a delivery address of your choice. Find out how to recycle packaging from e-Surgery.
How do you dispose of Microgynon bought online?
Whenever you buy or take Microgynon they will come in blister packs that are not currently recyclable, so once they have been used can be disposed of in a general waste bin. If the Microgynon is unfinished dispose of the medication safely and drop them off at a local pharmacy. Cardboard packaging and paper patient information leaflets are recyclable.
We advise that you consult either your prescriber or GP before you buy Microgynon or any other contraceptive to ensure you receive the correct treatment for you.
You can also use our Ask-A-Pharmacist service if you have any unanswered questions about Mycrogynon!
When should you stop using Microgynon?
You should stop taking your Microgynon and see a doctor immediately if you get symptoms of a blood clot. You should also stop taking it when your body requires a break from the medication but you should consult with either your doctor or prescriber to decide when this will be.
When should you take Microgynon?
You should try to take your Microgynon at the same time every day to ensure that it is as effective as it can be in preventing pregnancy. If you miss a day or are concerned that you have not correctly taken your Microgynon then we advise that you consult with your doctor or prescriber.
Is it better to take Microgynon in the morning?
It is advised that you take your Microgynon at the same time every day so that it is effective in preventing pregnancy.
Do you have to take Microgynon at the same time every day?
You should try to take your Microgynon at the same time every day to ensure that it is as effective as it can be in preventing pregnancy. If you miss a day or are concerned that you have not correctly taken your Microgynon then we advise that you consult with your doctor or prescriber.
Are there any Microgynon alternatives?
e-Surgery offers a range of Microgynon alternatives, which are:
However, some of the medications stated above contain different active ingredients and may contain different dosages. This means that they are not necessarily interchangeable. We advise that you consult with either your doctor or prescriber before you consider starting or changing your contraceptive pill treatments.
Can you drive if you take Microgynon?
There is no evidence to suggest that a patient’s driving will be affected by them taking Microgynon. However, medication can affect people differently and it is important that patients first test to see how the medication will affect them before driving, riding, or operating heavy machinery or tools.
Can you take Microgynon with painkillers?
There is no evidence to suggest that consuming painkillers such as paracetamol is unsafe when you are also taking Microgynon. However, we advise that you consult with either your doctor or prescriber before you take other medication, including painkillers alongside your current Microgynon treatment.
Can you crush Microgynon?
We do not recommend that our patients crush their Microgynon unless otherwise advised to do so by either their doctor or prescriber.
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