What is the difference between gedarel 20 or 30

There has been some speculation that Loestrin 20 may have a slightly higher failure rate, but studies are small and overall inconclusive. It has been noted that over the past 50 years, as the dose of hormones in the pill has been reduced, pill failures in clinical trials have gone up. The only second generation 20mcg pill is Loestrin All the others are third generation pills. More information about the difference between second and third generation pills.

It has been difficult to prove that the thrombosis blood clot risk is actually lower on 20mcg pills than 30mcg pills in clinical studies , but these pills do have less effect on clotting factors.

Lowering the estrogen dose is not suitable for everyone, and may result in side effects such as bleeding. Estrogen is beneficial. It tends to improve acne, and also helps stabilise bleeding patterns. A 20mcg pill may be helpful for example if a standard pill causes nausea or vomiting.

These are usually an estrogenic side effect. Even though they contain a lower dose of estrogen, they still generally regarded as having the same risks and benefits as other pills. Some medicines may make the pill less effective. If you have heavy periods or painful periods, PMS premenstrual syndrome or endometriosis the combined pill may help. The pill does not protect against sexually transmitted infections STIs , so using a condom as well will help to protect you against STIs.

How the combined pill works 1 prevents the ovaries from releasing an egg each month ovulation. There are many different brands of pill, made up of three main types: Monophasic day pills This is the most common type. Each pill has the same amount of hormone in it. One pill is taken each day for 21 days and then no pills are taken for the next seven days. Microgynon, Marvelon, Yasmin and Cilest are examples of this type of pill.

Phasic day pills Phasic pills contain two or three sections of different coloured pills in a pack. Each section contains a different amount of hormones. Phasic pills need to be taken in the right order. Logynon is an example of this type of pill. Every day ED pills There are 21 active pills and seven inactive dummy pills in a pack. The two types of pill look different.

One pill is taken each day for 28 days with no break between packets of pills. Every day pills need to be taken in the right order. Microgynon ED is an example of this type of pill. Follow the instructions that come with your packet.

If you have any questions, ask your GP, practice nurse or pharmacist. However, the pill is not suitable for all women. To find out whether the pill is right for you, talk to your GP, practice nurse or pharmacist.

Risks of taking the combined pill There are some risks associated with using the combined contraceptive pill. However, these risks are small and, for most women, the benefits of the pill outweigh the risks.

Blood clots The oestrogen in the pill may cause your blood to clot more readily. If a blood clot develops, it could cause:. The pill can be taken with caution if you have one of the risk factors below. It is unlikely you would be advised to take it if you have two or more risk factors. These include:. Research suggests that users of all types of hormonal contraception have a slightly higher chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer compared with women who do not use them.

However, 10 years after you stop taking the pill, your risk of breast cancer goes back to normal. Research has also suggested a link between the pill and the risk of developing cervical cancer and a rare form of liver cancer. However, the pill does offer some protection against developing womb endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer and colon cancer. Further information can be found on the manufacturers Paitient Information Leaflet and printed if required.

Close Search. Buy more and save! Yes No. You must have previously been prescribed a combined oral contraceptive to use this service. A BMI of over 30 increases risks factors. Therefore a Progesterone Only Pill such as desogestrel may be more suitable. Ethinylestradiol norethisterone Desogestrel cyproterone acetate Levonorgestrel norgestimate, etonogestrel Gestodene norelgestromin dienogest ormestranol Drospirenone.

Blood disorder affecting your blood clotting — for instance, protein C deficiency, protein S deficiency, antithrombin-III deficiency, Factor V Leiden or antiphospholipid antibodies. Yes NO. Sudden pain in the chest or stomach Sudden or unexplained breathlessness Loss of vision or blurring of vision Chest pain or rapid irregular heartbeats Swelling or severe pain in the calf of one leg Sudden severe and prolonged headaches.

Side effects such as blood clots and cervical cancer have a very low chance of occurring. You aren't protected against sexually transmitted infections when taking the contraceptive pill. Upon agreement, you accept that My Pharmacy can safely share details of your consultation and treatment with your GP, allowing them to update your records. You also accept that the clinicians responsible for reviewing your order can also access these records, if needed.

However Levest, Ovranette and Rigevidon also contain the same hormones and the same doses. This means that if you are taking Microgynon30 and you are changed to the pill Levest, you are still taking the same hormones but just using a different brand.

While we know it can be confusing the best place to help you remember is your pill box. If you look at the Levest pill box you can see the drug and the dose on the front of the box.