19/06/2019

Desogestrel

Progesterone only / Mini pill

 4/5

About the reviewer

Age

36-40

Time used

3 - 5 years

Had children

Yes

Height

5'2"/157.5cm

Weight

60kg - 65kg / 9st 6lb - 10st 3lb

Currently using

Yes I'm using it currently

Experience

This pill suits me, having tried several over the years that would give me headaches and irregular bleeding, I get the odd headache now and no periods the only downside is the sore boobs

Impact whilst taking

Mood

Neutral - no change

Weight

I gained weight

Periods

Stopped periods

Sex drive

Increased sex drive

Side effects whilst taking

Headaches

Dizziness

Tender breasts

Enlarged breasts

Spots or acne

Nausea or vomiting

Vaginal discharge

Vaginal dryness

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