Contraceptive Pill

A contraceptive pill or birth control pill is a specialized oral medication containing certain hormones that make it difficult for sperm to fertilize the egg. Most pills contain synthetic hormones like estrogen or progesterone to prevent ovulation (release of an egg from the ovaries). On the other hand, some mini pills only contain progestin that thickens the cervical mucus and blocks sperm from fertilizing the egg.

Irrespective of their working method, all contraceptive pills aim to prevent ovulation or pregnancy.

Two main types of contraceptive pills exist in the market, which include:

Combined Pill 

• Combined pills are the main category of contraceptive pills, which are characterized by
• Estrogen and progesterone contain
• Affect the womb and cervix to prevent potential pregnancies.
• Some examples of combined contraceptive pills include Microgynon, Yasmin, Mercilon, Rigevidon, and Loestrin.

Mini Pills

• Mini pills are also a subcategory of contraceptive pills, characterized by
• Only progestin contains
• Thickens cervical mucus to prevent sperm from fertilizing the egg. 
• Examples of mini pills include Cerazette and Noriday.
• These pills are also ideal for breastfeeding women.

Some of the most popular and widely prescribed contraceptive pills include:

• Yasmin - A combined pill that might also help with period pain. 
• Cerazette - progesterone-only pill, ideal for breastfeeding women. 
• Qlaira - Also helps to regulate light periods. 
• Rigevidon - an almost 99% effective pill with period regulation capabilities.
• Loestrine - Lowering estrogen and regulating light periods. 
• Mercilon - Combined pill, effective and trusted by many professionals. 

The key benefit of contraceptive pills is to prevent pregnancy. Besides that, it may also help with-

• Regulating periods.
• Making periods light and painless.
• Protecting from ovarian, cervical, and colon cancer.

However, mini pills require regular use with no break and have a chance of irregular bleeding. Also, they may be slightly effective than combined pills.

In most cases, you need a prescription to use contraceptive pills in the UK. At PharmaNexa, you can get safe and effective contraceptive pills through a quick and easy online consultation with our healthcare expert. Also, we offer fast delivery across the UK.