Mercilon 21 x 3 Boxes
$59.00
Mercilon 21 is a low dose combined oral contraceptive pill and is used as an effective means of birth control to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Mercilon 21contraceptive pills contain a combination of two hormones at low doses in a single pill.
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What is Mercilon 21 used for? Mercilon 21 is a low dose combined oral contraceptive pill and is used as an effective means of birth control to prevent unwanted pregnancy. Mercilon 21contraceptive pills contain a combination of two hormones at low doses in a single pill. Each pack of Mercilon 21 contains one month’s supply of pills of which there are 21 hormone-containing pills and 7 placebo (non-hormonal) pills, to allow each monthly cycle to end with a withdrawal bleed. When using Mercilon 21 for contraception, you will probably find that your periods become regular. You may also experience lighter, less painful menstruation and an improvement in pre-menstrual symptoms, like bloating, swelling or weight gain related to fluid retention, also improvement in acne and reductions in greasiness of the skin and hair. How does Mercilon 21 work? Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills contain a combination of two hormones, ethinyloestradiol, a synthetic oestrogen, and Desogestrel, a synthetic progestogen, which work together to protect against pregnancy. Preparation for pregnancy depends on a complex interaction between the female sex hormones produced by the ovaries; oestrogen, which stimulates ovulation, and progesterone which prepares the endometrium (lining of the uterus) for implantation of an embryo, as well as other regulating hormones, produced by the hypothalamus in the brain and the pituitary gland. Mercilon 21 combined hormonal contraception works by disrupting the normal menstrual, preventing egg maturation and suppressing ovulation, as well as preventing development of the endometrium, so that a fertilised egg would not be able to implant and grow. Another contraceptive action of Mercilon 21 pills is that the cervical mucus, which normally changes consistency at ovulation to become thinner, remains thick, forming a physical barrier to sperm. Desogestrel, the progestogen component of Mercilon 21 is one of the newer synthetic progestogens and has very little androgenic activity, unlike natural progesterone and therefore has a beneficial effect on androgen-related skin disorders, such as acne and hirsutism (unwanted hair). What does Mercilon 21 contain? Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills contain the active ingredient combination of two hormones, ethinyloestradiol (0.02mg), a synthetic oestrogen, and Desogestrel (0.15mg), a synthetic progestogen, which work together to protect against pregnancy. The hormone-containing pills also contain: silica colloidal anhydrous, lactose monohydrate, potato starch, povidone, stearic acid, alpha-tocopherol. There are also 7 white non-hormonal tablets that do not contain any active ingredients but also contain lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, potato starch. Taking Mercilon 21 as a contraceptive pill Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills contain a combination of two hormones, ethinyloestradiol, a synthetic oestrogen, and desogestrel, a synthetic progestogen, which work together to provide effective birth control by protecting against pregnancy. Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills work by preventing egg maturation and suppressing ovulation, as well as preventing development and thickening of the endometrium (lining of the uterus) in preparation for implantation, so that a fertilised egg would not be able to implant and grow. You must take your Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills continually to ensure effective contraception, with 21 days of hormonal pills followed by 7 days non-hormonal pills, during which time you will have a menstrual bleed, which may be light and less painful than usual. Can you get pregnant if you miss a Mercilon 21 pill? Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills provide effective contraception when taken correctly and have a failure rate of approximately 1% per year. The failure rate may increase if you miss a pill and may result in an unwanted pregnancy. To prevent this ensure that you take your Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills correctly and continually. What are the side effects of Mercilon 21? The most commonly reported side effects when taking Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills include: breast tenderness, breast pain, abdominal pain, nausea, oedema, and headache, skin rash and itching, insomnia and depression. Less common side effects include: migraine, fluid retention, changes in body weight, changes in libido. When should Mercilon 21 not be used? You should not use Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills if you:
What medications interact with Mercilon 21? Some medications interact with Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills and prevent them working effectively, increasing your risk of becoming pregnant. If you are taking any of the following you may need to take other contraceptive precautions:
What are the health risks of Mercilon 21? Combination contraceptive pills like Mercilon 21 can increase risk of thrombosis (blood clots), which can have serious consequence depending on where the clot forms. There is also an increased risk of breast cancer. How should Mercilon 21 be taken? Each pack of Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills contains 21 pills for a complete monthly cycle and should be taken continually to ensure effective contraception. The first 21 pills large white contain the contraceptive hormones and the last 7 small white pills are a placebo, which do not contain any hormones. While you are taking these placebo pills you will have a menstrual bleed. When you have finished one pack, start a new one the next day. If you have gastrointestinal problems like vomiting or diarrhoea within 3-4 hours of taking your hormonal pill, this is the same as missing a pill and you should take other contraceptive precautions for the next 7 days. How long should you take Mercilon 21? Each pack of Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills contains 21 pills for a complete monthly cycle and should be taken continually to ensure effective contraception. You should take Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills for as long as your doctor recommends. Missed dose of Mercilon 21 If you miss a dose of Mercilon 21 follow these guidelines to help you decide what to do: Weeks 1 to 3 (large white hormonal pills)
Week 4 no pills needed Take the next pill as usual and discard the missed pill. You are not at risk of becoming pregnant. How should Mercilon 21 be stored? Keep your Mercilon 21 contraceptive pills in their calendar pack until use and store your below 25°C in a cool dry place. |
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