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Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Composition FOR Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet

Desogestrel(0.075mg)

food interaction for Zerogen Tablet

alcohol interaction for Zerogen Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Zerogen Tablet

lactation interaction for Zerogen Tablet

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None

CAUTION

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zerogen 0.075mg 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

Zerogen 0.075mg 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 Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet

Desogestrel(0.075mg)

Zerogen tablet uses

{med_name} is used for contraception.

How zerogen tablet works

Zerogen 0.075mg 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 zerogen tablet

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

SUBSTITUTES FOR Zerogen Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Zerogen 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 Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet

Desogestrel

Q. What is Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet and what is it used for?

Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet is “progesterone only” oral contraceptive pill. Progesterone only pills contain the hormone progesterone, but don't contain estrogen. Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet contains Desogestrel, which is used to prevent pregnancy.

Q. How and in what dose should I take Zerogen 0.075mg 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 Zerogen 0.075mg 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 Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet. Continue taking Zerogen 0.075mg Tablet without waiting for your next period.