What is Femodene and What is it Used for?

Femodene is an oral contraceptive pill that protects women from getting pregnant.

The birth control pill contains two active ingredients: Ethinylestradiol and Gestodene. The synthetic hormones work by preventing ovulation, inhibiting the implantation of eggs on the uterine wall, and thickening the cervical mucus.

How to take Femodene?

Femodene should be taken for 21 days. Your packet of Femodene comes in stripes of 21 pills,  whereby you should take each pill on the exact marked day. You should swallow each pill with water and avoid chewing it.

After taking the pill for 21 days, take a 7-day break. During the 7-day break or the last few days of your pills,  you will experience withdrawal bleeding that resembles menstruation. Withdrawal bleeding can continue until you start your next pill.

During the seven pill-free days, you don't have to use a contraceptive as long as you have been taking your pills correctly.

How Does Femodene Work?

The ovulation process is controlled by the female sex hormones progesterone and estrogen. Femodene contains the two female sex hormones that help in controlling ovulation.

Gestodene and ethinylestradiol are the levels of estrogen and progesterone therefore inhibiting the release of an egg.

Femodene Combined Contraceptive Pill thickens the cervical fluid making it hard for sperm to swim towards the uterus.

During periods the endometrium thickens to prepare for the implantation of a fertilized egg. Femodene reduces the ability by which the endometrium thickens.

This prevents the fertilized egg from developing into an embryo resulting in lighter periods.

Femodene also plays the role of protecting you against ovarian cysts, pelvic inflammatory disease, and fibroids.

Alternative Treatments

At Ashcroft Pharmacy We stock wode rang of contraceptives pills, including: combined pills, low-dose pills, and mini pills. You can view all our contraception lists.

Difference between Femodene and Femodene ED.

Femodene Pros 

Compared to other contraceptive combined pills, there are several advantages of taking the Femodene pill. These advantages include:

• Taking Femodene will not interrupt sex 
• You will still receive your regular periods 
• Femodene will make your periods lighter and less painful 
• Femodene helps you cope with pre-menstrual symptoms 

Femodene Cons 

Just like other contraceptive treatments Femodene have its disadvantages. The disadvantages include:

• Femodene cannot protect you from STIs and HIV 
• When you take Femodene you will still get some side effects 
• Femodene is associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer
• Femodene is associated with an increased risk of blood clots 

Femodene Vs Yasmin

Femodene and Yasmin are both contraceptive pills used to prevent pregnancy. However, there are a few differences between the two tablets. The differences between Yasmin pill and Femodene include:

Which is Best for Whom?

Yasmin is best for women who experience side effects from androgenic progestins, such as weight gain, acne, or mood swings, while Femodene is preferred by women who prefer a lower dose of estrogen.

Suitability and Benefits

Femodene:

Often recommended for women who experience oily skin and acne due to its androgenic activity (effects related to male hormones).

Yasmin:

Known for its anti-androgenic properties, making it suitable for women who experience acne and other androgen-related issues (such as hirsutism, or excess hair growth).

Drospirenone also has a mild diuretic effect, which can help reduce bloating and water retention.

Special Considerations between these two

Femodene: May not be suitable for women with a history of hormone-sensitive cancers or those who are prone to migraines with aura.

Yasmin: Due to the risk of elevated potassium levels, it is not suitable for women with kidney, liver, or adrenal disease.

Risk of Blood Clots

Femodene:

As with most combined oral contraceptives, there is a small risk of blood clots.

Yasmin:

May have a slightly higher risk of blood clots compared to some other combined oral contraceptives due to the presence of Drospirenone.

Weight Gain

Femodene: Generally has a neutral effect on weight.

Yasmin: Due to the diuretic effect of Drospirenone, it is less likely to cause weight gain and may help reduce water retention.

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Who Should Take Femodene?

Femodene is not suitable for women whose bodies cannot tolerate estrogen. However, a mini pill or progesterone-only pill is preferable for such women as it doesn't contain estrogen.

☝️you should not take Femodene if:

❌ You are pregnant 
❌ You are allergic to modern ingredients 
❌ Have breast or womb cancer 
❌ You experience severe vaginal bleeding 
❌ Have sickle cell anemia 
❌ Have liver disease 
❌ Have lipid metabolism disorders 

some drugs don't interact with the Femodene pill. Always inform your doctor if you are under any medication. The following drugs interact negatively with Femodene.

❇️ Barbiturates 
❇️ Phenylbutazone 
❇️ Specific antibiotics 
❇️ St Jonhs Wort
❇️ Epilepsy treatments 
❇️ Griseofulvin

Dosage

❇️ There are 5 types of oral contraception:

1. Monophasic 21-day contraceptive pills - They contain oestrogen and progesterone. They are taken for 21 days followed by a 7 day break, then the cycle starts again.
2. Monophasic 28-day preparations - They contain oestrogen and progesterone. They are taken continuously. The first 21 days will be an ‘active’ pill, and the last 7 days are ‘inactive’ pills. You will take tablets for 28 days, then you should start a new pack for another 28 days.
3. Phasic 21 day preparations - They contain oestrogen and progesterone. They are taken for 21 days followed by a 7 day break, then the cycle starts again. These contain different levels of each hormone depending on which day's pill you are taking.
4. Phasic 28-day preparations - They contain oestrogen and progesterone. They are taken continuously. The first 21 days will be an ‘active’ pill, and the last 7 days are ‘inactive’ pills. You will take tablets for 28 days, then you should start a new pack for another 28 days.These contain different levels of each hormone depending on which day's pill you are taking.
5. Progesterone-only pill - They contain progesterone only. These pills must be taken continuously everyday at the same time within a 3 hour window each day. Each pack contains 28 tablets, and each new pack should be taken back to back.

What are the Side Effects of Femodene?

If it's your first time taking Femodene, you may experience side effects in the first 3 months. However, it is not a must that you experience the side effects. The side effects of these birth control pills include:

• Pain during periods 
• Headaches 
• Stomach pains 
• Nausea 
• Breast pain 
• Mood swings 
• Low sex drive 
• Vomiting 

In case you have any concerns stop taking the pills and visit your pharmacist for further advice.

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