Contraceptives

Mircette - a Contraceptive for the Modern Woman

Mircette is a modern oral contraceptive that uses synthetic (man made) hormone compounds to prevent pregnancy. These compounds (estrogen /0.02 mg ethinyl estradiol and progestin/0.15 mg desogestrel) have been available for many years now, specifically for use in birth control but also in the treatment of some female conditions, including acne. With less than 0.035mg. of estrogen, Mircette is classed as an ‘ultra low dose’ contraceptive pill.  Alesse is another low dose birth control pill.

How does Mircette prevent pregnancy?

Mircette alters the balance of a woman’s hormones - not just in her uterine area but throughout her whole body. It is for this reason that Mircette needs to be prescribed for you by your doctor. You may need to have some general checks done to make sure that it is safe for you to have your hormone intake increased by this particular oral contraceptive pill. The change that Mircette causes in your hormone levels stops you from ovulating each month (releasing an egg from your ovary). The egg remains preserved until you stop using the contraceptive pill and your normal period returns.

Mircette also alters the state of the mucus around your cervix (neck of your uterus) and uterine lining, so the sperm has a real hard time getting to the egg in the first place. Should some super sperm actually manage fertilization of the egg then Mircette makes it almost impossible for that egg to attach itself to the wall of the uterus and develop into a fetus.

Can everyone take Mircette?

For some women, the state of their current health makes it too risky to take Mircette. Check the list of conditions below:

• angina, heart diseases, high blood pressure or a history of heart attack - do not use hormonal contraceptives like Mircette.
• obesity and high cholesterol, often go together - taking Mircette may have an adverse effect on both these conditions
• liver or gallbladder problems and diabetes - may be aggravated by the increase in hormone levels caused by taking Mircette
• breast lumps, nodules and also depression - it is unlikely that a doctor would prescribe Mircette for these potentially serious conditions

The conditions listed above relate to Mircette administration - serious side effects may occur if you do not heed the recommendations and check with your doctor before taking an oral contraceptive pill.

Taking Mircette for a long time

Taking any treatment that alters hormones for a long period of time may result in some negative reactions. Mircette, like all oral contraceptives, is absorbed and broken down in your liver so if you take a hormonal medication for long periods of time there is a possibility that liver function may be affected.

Normal side effects of Mircette

Experiencing pain and some slight tension in your breast is normal for users of Mircette. Some women only find this happens after taking several courses of the contraceptive.You must not ignore any strong abdominal pain, swelling or blurred vision, - if you experience any of these symptoms, stop taking Mircette, call your doctor at once and ask for some personal advice.

In most cases though, as your body settles down and gets used to the new levels of hormones inside it, other common side effects such as nausea, headaches, possibly some slight bleeding and dizziness will disappear.

For women who suffer ‘estrogen withdrawal’ headaches when taking the 7 day ‘dummy’ pills of other brands of oral contraceptive, Mircette may reduce this side effect. Mircette’s ‘dummy’ pills contain 10 mcgm of estrogen which prevents that sudden drop in estrogen levels that can cause headaches.

Even though Mircette is great at stopping those little swimmers from ‘fulfilling their destiny’ as with any prescription medication, Mircette should be taken responsibly and you should see your doctor if side effects do not abate or worsen. Everyone’s pill taking habits are different so try to be in tune with your body when you start your initial course of Mircette and be aware of any changes that take place- this way you will give yourself the fairest and best chance of discovering if this particular and very effective contraceptive pill is an agreeable form of birth control for you.

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