Norgeston

Norgeston as a Contraception

Norgeston is a POP, progesterone-only pill, sometimes known as the mini-pill. This is an oral birth control pill to be taken consecutively for 35 days to prevent pregnancy.

Progesterone-only pills are a suitable alternative for people who cannot take oestrogen such as when breastfeeding, if you smoke or if you are overweight.

What is Norgeston and how does it work?

Norgeston contains a type of progesterone which is the female sex hormone. This contraceptive works to prevent pregnancy by thickening the lining of the cervix thicker and preventing the lining of the womb from becoming thick enough to host an egg. For some people, it can also stop the ovary from releasing an egg each month.

Norgeston is not intended for use before the first menstrual bleeding or after menopause.

Is Norgeston right for me?

If you are looking for an effective oral contraceptive, Norgeston may be right for you. However, it may not be suitable for you if you have the following:

• If you are allergic to progestogen levonorgestrel or any other ingredients of this medicine
• If you are pregnant or might be pregnant
• If you have thrombosis 
• If you have ever had a blood clot or are at risk of a blood clot
• If you have severe heart, liver or kidney problems
• If you are suspected of having breast cancer
• If you have unexplained bleeding from the vagina
• If you are taking medication for hepatitis C