Cerazette Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

UNSAFE

Cerazette Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Cerazette 0.075mg Tablet

Desogestrel(0.075mg)

Cerazette tablet uses

{med_name} is used for contraception.

How cerazette tablet works

Cerazette Tablet is a progestin (female hormone). It works by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or preventing the fertilization of the egg by sperm. It may also work by changing the lining of the uterus (womb) and increasing the thickness of cervical mucus to prevent pregnancy.

Common side effects of cerazette tablet

Headache, Nausea, Weight gain, Irregular menstrual cycle, Mood changes, Acne, Breast pain

SUBSTITUTES FOR Cerazette Tablet

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Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet
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Rs. 7.75/Tablet
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Expert advice FOR Cerazette Tablet

Desogestrel helps prevent pregnancy.
It is more than 99% effective, if taken correctly.
Take it continuously at the same time everyday with no break between pack of pills.
Unlike other combined oral contraceptives, it can also be taken by women who smoke, are over 35 yrs of age or are breastfeeding.
If you are more than 12 hours late in taking a pill you will not be protected against pregnancy. Use other contraceptive methods such as condoms for the next two days.
If you vomit within 2 hours of taking Desogestrel, take another pill as soon as you feel well.
It may stop your periods or make them lighter, irregular or more frequent. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or changes in vision. These could be symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.

Frequently asked questions FOR Cerazette 0.075mg Tablet

Desogestrel

Q. What is Cerazette Tablet and what is it used for?

Cerazette Tablet is “progesterone only” oral contraceptive pill. Progesterone only pills contain the hormone progesterone, but don't contain estrogen. Cerazette Tablet contains Desogestrel, which is used to prevent pregnancy.

Q. How and in what dose should I take Cerazette Tablet?

Take this medicine as per your doctor's advice. Take your tablet at about the same time everyday, to ensure consistent levels of medicine in your body.

Q. Should I give a break after finishing my pack of Cerazette Tablet pills?

When you finish a pack, start the next pack straight away without having a break. You may have lighter, normal or no periods while taking Cerazette Tablet. Continue taking Cerazette Tablet without waiting for your next period.

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