Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill

What is Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill and what is it used for?

Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill is a progesterone-only oral contraceptive pill. Its active ingredient is a synthetic version of the female sex hormone progesterone. Combined contraceptive pills contain a form of oestrogen, whereas progesterone-only pills such as Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill can be used by women who cannot take oestrogen. For example, progesterone-only pills are safe to use if you are breastfeeding, you smoke or you are overweight. If used correctly, Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.

Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill can be purchased online from The Independent Pharmacy, following a simple medical questionnaire. One of our medical team will review your order on the same working day – if they deem that Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill is suitable for you, your order will be with you as soon as the next working day.

There are 28 tablets in each pack of Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill. There is no interval in this treatment cycle – take the first pill of your next pack the day after finishing the first. Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill should be taken regularly at roughly the same time every day within a 12-hour window. If you miss one pill anywhere in your pack and it is less than 12 hours late, take it as soon as you remember even if it means taking two pills in a day. You should continue taking your pills as normal and you will not need additional contraception. If you miss more than one pill or it is more than 12 hours late you will lose your contraceptive cover and extra contraception will be required for at least 7 days.

How does Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill work?

Pregnancy occurs when an egg released from the ovaries is fertilised by sperm. In a normal menstrual cycle, the ovaries release one egg each month – this is the process of ovulation. Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill increases progesterone levels in such a way that prevents the release of an egg. It also thickens the fluid in the cervix, preventing sperm from entering the womb and fertilising any eggs which are released.

Periods & bleeding whilst taking Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill

Most women, who take Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill or any other mini-pill, will experience changes to their periods but most irregular bleeding will resolve within the first few months. It is, however, not uncommon for some women to experience no monthly period for the whole time they are taking any progesterone-only pill.

If you carry on experiencing constant bleeding, spotting or irregular bleeding after the first few months of taking Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill, or you are worried, you should speak to a doctor, pharmacist or nurse for advice.

Does Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill cause weight gain?

Weight gain is one of the more commonly reported side effects of taking Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill, however, there is very little evidence to suggest that there is a specific link between the progesterone-only pill and weight gain.

If you are taking Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill or are taking any other contraceptive, and you are worried about your weight you should discuss this with a doctor or practice nurse.

Does Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill cause acne?

Branded Mini Contraceptive Pill may cause some women to develop breakouts or spots due to an increase in oil production in the skin. Some women will find that their skin settles after a few months. If you continue to experience spots or acne or are concerned about any side effects you should discuss this with a doctor or pharmacist.