Desogen birth control pills

This pill has both estrogen and progestin. The pill works primarily by blocking ovulation. Desogen birth control pills contain desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol. Its brand names include Apri, Cesia, Desogen, Kariva, Ortho-Cept, Reclipsen, Solia and Velivet. It also causes certain changes in the cervical mucus so that sperm cannot reach the egg. The medication also makes the uterine lining less receptive to the embryo so that implantation cannot occur. Desogen comes in a pack of 28 pills with 21 active hormonal pills and 7 sugar pills. The active pills contain 0.15 mg of desogestrel and 0.03 mg of ethinyl estradiol. You will have to take the pill at the same time daily. You may start your period while you are on the last seven pills. When the pack of pills is over, you will have to start the new pack.

There are some side effects like nausea and headache which are associated with desogen. These pills should not be taken by people who have a history of heart problems blot clots, high blood pressure, migraine, abnormal bleeding, breast lumps, and breastfeeding mothers. Take desogen only in the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Overdosing can cause symptoms like heavy bleeding, nausea and vomiting. If you miss a pill or overdose, contact your doctor immediately.