cerazette 75mcg 28 tabs
سيرازيت 75مكجم 28 قرص
desogestrelThe published official price. Pharmacies may differ slightly.
- Strength
- 75mcg
- Form
- tablet
- Manufacturer
- organon > merck sharp&dohme scientific office
- Route
- oral.solid
The medical information below is guidance and may be incomplete or wrong. Do not change your medicine or dose based on it — ask a pharmacist or doctor.
Uses
Desogestrel, as a progestogen-only pill (POP), is indicated for contraception in women, including those who cannot use estrogen-containing contraceptives such as breastfeeding women and smokers over 35. It reliably inhibits ovulation.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in active or past venous thromboembolism, current or past breast cancer, severe hepatic impairment, and undiagnosed genital bleeding. Also contraindicated in hypersensitivity to desogestrel or excipients.
Side effects
Common effects include irregular menstrual bleeding or amenorrhea, headache, nausea, acne, and breast tenderness. Mood changes and decreased libido are also reported. A small increased risk of venous thromboembolism compared to non-users has been noted.
Warnings
Women with risk factors for arterial or venous disease should be assessed before use. An ectopic pregnancy should be considered if pregnancy occurs during use. Regular breast examination is advisable given the uncertain relationship with breast cancer.
How it works
Desogestrel is converted to etonogestrel, its active metabolite, which binds progesterone and androgen receptors. At the dose used in the progestogen-only pill, it consistently inhibits ovulation—unlike older POPs—and also alters cervical mucus to impair sperm penetration.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep in original blister packaging, away from moisture.