Vaginal bleeding may occur at irregular intervals while using Cerazette. This may be just slight staining which may not even require a pad, or heavier bleeding, which looks rather like a scanty period. You may need to use tampons or sanitary towels. You may also not have any bleeding at all.
How long does it take to stop bleeding on cerazette?
It can take a while for bleeding to settle down after you start taking the progestogen only pill, but after 12 months of use, approximately half of people find that their periods stop altogether or they have infrequent bleeding.
Why am I bleeding on the mini pill?
In many cases, the cause of the spotting is unknown and harmless. The estrogen in combination pills helps to stabilize the lining of the uterus. This can prevent irregular bleeding and spotting. Women who take progestin-only pills may experience more frequent spotting.
Will I stop bleeding if I stop taking Cerazette?
You may have some bleeding during the use of Cerazette®, but you must continue to take your tablets as normal. When a pack is empty, you must start with a new pack of Cerazette® on the next day – thus without interruption and without waiting for a bleed. You can stop taking Cerazette® whenever you want.
How do I stop constant bleeding on the mini-pill?
If you’re on the pill, the best way to stop breakthrough bleeding is to take your pill at the same time every day. For most people, breakthrough bleeding stops 3 to 6 months after starting hormonal birth control.
What does it mean if your bleeding but your not on your period?
Vaginal bleeding between periods is not usually a cause for concern. If the blood flow is light, it is called ‘spotting. ‘ Bleeding between periods can have a range of causes, including hormonal changes, injury, or an underlying health condition.
What are the side effects of Cerazette?
Most women will not experience any side effects on Cerazette, but some report irregular bleeding – this usually settles within 3 months. Other side effects can include headaches, acne, feeling sick, mood swings, and breast sensitivity.
Can I take Cerazette If I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Cerazette is safe to use while breastfeeding. Small amounts of the hormone in Cerazette may pass into the baby’s bloodstream through breast milk, but this won’t affect them or impact the way breast milk is produced. Will Cerazette affect my weight? There is no evidence that the progestogen-only pill will cause women to put on weight.
How do you take Cerazette tablets?
Each strip of Cerazette contains 28 tablets – 4 weeks supply. Take your tablet each day at about the same time. Swallow the tablet whole, with water. Arrows are printed on the front of the strip, between the tablets. The days of the week are printed on the back of the strip.
Do you get your period on Cerazette?
Many women won’t have their period at all while on Cerazette,but some women may still experience regular, lighter, more frequent or longer periods. Can smokers use Cerazette?
