Oral progestogen-only contraceptives (Formulary)

TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland
NHS Highland

FSRH CEU Guidance: Drug Interactions with Hormonal Contraception (May 2022).
SPS article: Using contraception with enzyme-inducing medicines (June 2023).

DESOGESTREL - (First line)

Therapy notes

  • Desogestrel is the oral progestogen-only method of choice. It is also less androgenic and may be more effective due to its effect on preventing ovulation.

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Tablets 75 micrograms

Editorial Information

Document Id: F373