Norgeston Tablets

Norgeston Tablets are an oral contraceptive commonly known as the ‘mini pill.’ Norgeston is the brand name for the medication that contains the female sex hormone progestogen. It is one of the most common forms of contraception that if taken correctly, can stop up to 99% of pregnancies.

Norgeston works by thickening the mucus inside the cervix which makes it much tougher for the incoming sperm to enter the womb. It also works by changing the lining within the womb which makes it harder for the egg to grow within it. Norgeston has been known to sometimes stop ovulation completely.

The medication should be taken orally, usually with a glass of water. You should take the Norgeston tablet at the same time every day, making sure it’s within the 3-hour window of the time you took it the previous day.

Instructions for use can also be found on the patient information leaflet.

Norgeston should not be taken if you have any of these conditions as it could put your health at risk:

• You are pregnant or think you might be pregnant
• You have or have had severe liver disease or liver tumours
• Had or have breast cancer
• Experience bleeding from the vagina
• Experience blood clots
• Suffer with diabetes
• Have had a stroke or heart attack

You should always inform your GP or pharmacist of your medical history and of any symptoms you have before they prescribe you any form of medication.

Norgeston Tablets can be purchased online through e-Surgery. We offer competitive pricing on all our medications and treatments. Simply choose the treatment you want and complete a short consultation and one of our prescribing team will be on hand to issue your treatment if it’s suitable for you.

e-Surgery sells the exact medications that are stocked in high-street pharmacies.

You should always keep this medicine out of the reach of children.  Do not take any tablet once the expiry date has passed. There are no temperature requirements for this product, it is only advised you keep them in the original packaging, out of direct sunlight and away from moisture.

When disposing of any medication, make sure to speak to your GP or pharmacist about how to correctly dispose of it. Throwing them away in the general waste bins can have negative effects of the environment.

There can be various side effects of Norgeston Tablets, but it’s important to remember that every medication comes with side effects.  

Most common side effects of Norgeston include: 

• Having no periods
• Depressive mood or low libido
• Increase or decrease in weight
• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Nausea or sickness

These side effects should pass, but if they persist or worsen, you should consult your GP or pharmacist.

Yes, you will need to be prescribed Norgeston Tablets by a medical professional in order to purchase them. E-Surgery makes it easy to access the medication you need, complete a short consultation and one of our pharmacy team will be ready to check over to make sure the treatment is the one you need.

e-Surgery uses Royal Mail delivery with choices starting from Royal mail 48 tracked delivery, Royal Mail tracked 24 and Royal Mail 1 pm special delivery (discover more about e-Surgery delivery). When you order Norgeston Tablets online, they will arrive in discreet, recyclable packaging at a delivery address of your choice

You must be at least 18 years old to order Norgeston Tablets online through e-Surgery or any registered pharmacy. This is because of the potential side effects that the medication could have on your body. You should only take medication that has been prescribed to you by a medical professional.

Blood clots can occur when taking this medication. If you experience any of the following, you must see a doctor straight away:

• A migraine or severe headache
• Sudden changes in vision (blurred or loss of sight)
• Sudden changes in hearing, speech, sense or touch or smell
• Swelling (commonly in legs)
• Stabbing pain when breathing
• Dizziness

You should call NHS 111 or go to A&E as soon as possible.

Signs of an allergic reaction to Norgeston include:

• Swelling in and around the mouth, lips, face tongue or throat.

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact a medical professional straight away, contact NHS 111 or visit A&E.