Cerazette 75mcg Tablet (Desogestrel 0.075mg)

Cerazette 75mcg Tablet is used as a hormonal contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.

It contains desogestrel 75 micrograms, a progestogen hormone. Cerazette primarily prevents ovulation and also thickens cervical mucus, reducing the likelihood that sperm can reach and fertilize an egg. 

Cerazette is estrogen-free, so it may be an option for some people who cannot use combined estrogen-containing contraceptive pills.

The main benefit of Cerazette is effective pregnancy prevention with a progestogen-only, estrogen-free contraceptive.

When taken correctly and consistently, progestogen-only pills are highly effective at preventing pregnancy. Cerazette is different from many older mini-pills because its contraceptive action is primarily based on suppression of ovulation, in addition to thickening cervical mucus. 

Additional practical advantages include continuous once-daily dosing and suitability for many people who cannot take estrogen. It can also be used during breastfeeding when clinically appropriate.

Cerazette is generally taken as one tablet every day at about the same time, without a break between packs.

Each tablet should be swallowed with water. After the final tablet in one pack, the next pack is started the next day, even if vaginal bleeding is present. 

If a desogestrel tablet is taken more than 12 hours late, contraceptive protection may be reduced. Because current sources differ regarding the exact duration of backup contraception, follow the instructions supplied with your actual Cerazette pack or contact a healthcare professional. 

If vomiting or severe gastrointestinal upset occurs soon after taking the tablet, absorption may be incomplete and missed-pill precautions may be necessary.

Cerazette works mainly by preventing ovulation and by making cervical mucus thicker.

Desogestrel is converted in the body to its active metabolite etonogestrel. Its contraceptive effect is achieved primarily by suppressing the release of an egg from the ovary. 

Cerazette also increases the viscosity of cervical mucus, making sperm penetration more difficult. Together, these effects reduce the likelihood of fertilization and pregnancy.

Irregular menstrual bleeding is the most commonly reported effect of Cerazette.

Bleeding patterns may become more frequent, less frequent, irregular or stop completely. Other commonly reported effects include headache, nausea, acne, mood changes, depressed mood, breast pain, reduced libido and weight increase.

Patients should seek medical advice for severe mood changes, unexplained persistent bleeding, symptoms of a blood clot, severe abdominal pain or another significant reaction. Cerazette is contraindicated in circumstances including active venous thromboembolic disease, severe liver disease before liver function returns to normal, known or suspected sex-hormone-sensitive malignancy and unexplained vaginal bleeding.