Lovima (Desogestrel) Mini-Pill 75mcg - 28 Tablets
Brand: Lovima
What is Lovima Lovima contains 75 micrograms of the progestogen desogestrel in every tablet. This is known as a progestogen-only pill (POP), but you may know it better as the ‘mini-pill. Lovima is a new desogestrel contraception pill that is now available to buy without a prescription, following a consultation with a pharmacist. Desogestrel has previously only been available for women on prescription. When used correctly, it is as effective in preventing pregnancy as prescription-only combination contraceptive pills (containing oestrogen and progestogen together). Why choose Lovima With Lovima, you can now buy a contraceptive pill from your pharmacy without seeing your GP for a prescription. It is more effective than using a condom to prevent 99% of pregnancies if used correctly. With Lovima, you should take one tablet each day simultaneously without a break between each pack. This means you can take one tablet every day until the Lovima packet is empty, then start a new packet with no break. You don’t need to wait a week to allow for bleeding as you may find you experience irregular bleeding outside your monthly period cycle or even no period bleeding at all. If you are worried about your bleeding pattern, speak to your pharmacist. In contrast to the combined pill (containing both oestrogen and progestogen), Lovima can be used by breastfeeding women, subject to a pharmacy consultation. No blood pressure check is required before taking Lovima, although your pharmacist may be able to take your blood pressure if you are interested. Lovima may be taken whilst breastfeeding, which may not be possible with other contraceptive pills. Your pharmacist will check if Lovima is suitable for you. With Lovima, you’re in charge of your contraception choice. How does Lovima work Lovima contains the progestogen desogestrel, which works in two ways to prevent pregnancy: It helps prevent ovulation when an egg is released from your ovaries around the middle of your menstrual cycle. There is nothing for sperm to fertilise if there is no egg, which means pregnancy is avoided. It thickens your cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to get through and reach any eggs that may have been released. This dual-action means Lovima is 99% effective in preventing pregnancy when used correctly. Who can take Lovima Lovima is suitable for women of childbearing age, following a consultation with a pharmacist. That means any age from starting your first period, all the way through to having gone through menopause. Your pharmacist will go through some questions to make sure Lovima is right for you. You may even be able to take Lovima if you: have just had a baby are breastfeeding have migraines are over 35 years and smoke are overweight You should not take Lovima if you: are pregnant or think you may be pregnant have a thrombosis (a blood clot) have or have ever had jaundice or severe liver disease have or think you might have cancer that is sensitive to sex steroids (e.g....
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