What is the brand name of the mini pill?

Common minipill brand names include: Camila. Errin. Heather.

Is Cilique same as cilest?

As a generic version of Cilest®, Cilique® is considered bioequivalent to Cilest®. The difference to the UK brand product in the prescribing information is solely based on licencing processes and not on differences between the products or additional data5.

Are Hana and cerazette the same?

Hana contains the same ingredients, in the same amounts, as popular mini pills, such as Cerelle and Cerazette. This means that it works in the exact same way, and is just as effective. The only difference is that Hana is available over the counter.

Is Slynd a mini-pill?

The FDA has approved Slynd, a new version of the mini-pill that will bring much-needed flexibility to mini-pill users. The mini-pill, or the progestin-only birth control pill, is a good option for birth control for people who are not able to use estrogen or prefer not to.

Is progestin and progesterone the same thing?

Progestins are synthetic forms of the body’s naturally-occurring hormone progesterone. Progestins were designed to interact with progesterone receptors in the body in order to cause progesterone-like effects (1,2). This means that they do some of what the body’s natural progesterone does.

Why is cilest discontinued?

The letter states that this was a commercial decision to exit the oral hormonal contraceptive market and it is stressed that the are no safety, efficacy or quality issues with the product. Current supplies are expected to last until mid-July 2019.

Has Cilique been discontinued?

Cilique and Cilest are both examples of combined contraceptive pills. Both contain the same active ingredients but Cilest has been discontinued. Cilique is recommended as a safe alternative.

What is the best mini pill?

If you’ve recently given birth and are breastfeeding, the best pill for you is the mini pill as you can start taking it straight away. We recommend Cerazette or Cerelle when starting a mini pill, as it has a 12 hour window for missed pills, so it can be easier to use than other mini pills with a 3 hour window.

What are the names of progesterone only pills?

A newer type of POP contains a progestogen hormone called desogestrel. Brands currently available include Cerazette®, Aizea®, Cerelle® and Feanolla®.

Does Slynd make you gain weight?

Nausea, vomiting, headache, bloating, breast tenderness, acne, or weight gain may occur. Vaginal bleeding between periods (spotting) or missed/irregular periods may occur, especially during the first few months of use. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.