Rigevidon Contraceptive Pill

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Rigevidon is a combined contraceptive pill that uses a combination of two hormones to help prevent pregnancy. It can be over 99% effective when taken properly, so you can rely on your pill to provide the protection you need when you need it most. For more information on your contraceptive options, check out our guide on which type of contraception is right for you.
 
How Rigevidon works
Combined contraceptive pills like Rigevidon work by using two hormones that are an essential part of your reproductive system. The first is 150mcg of levonorgestrel, which works by keeping eggs from being released from your ovaries, so they cannot come into contact with sperm and become fertilised. The second is 30mcg of ethinylestradiol, which has two effects on your womb that can both help to prevent pregnancy. It thickens the fluid in the neck of your womb, making it more difficult for sperm to travel to an egg, and alters your womb lining so any eggs that do become fertilised will be much less likely to latch on and develop into a pregnancy. All of this combined makes the combined pill a very effective method of contraception when it’s used properly.
 
Directions
Each strip of Rigevidon pills contains 21 tablets, and you will take one a day for 21 days and then take a 7-day pill-free break before starting your next strip. If you’ve taken the pills every day for 21 days you will not need extra contraception during your 7-day break. You should take each pill at around the same time every day, so you might find it easier to take it when you get up in the morning or last thing before bed at night.
When you start taking these pills for the first time, you should take your first pill on the first day of your next period, if possible. Take the pill that is marked with the right day of the week so you’ll be able to keep track of your pills more easily.
 
If you miss a pill
If you miss a pill then you may not be effectively protected from pregnancy and may need to use another method of protection (like a condom) for a short while.

When you missed your pill
What to do next

It’s been less than 12 hours since you should have taken your pill
Take your missed pill as soon as you remember and then take your next pill at the normal time. You should still be protected from pregnancy.

You missed a pill within the first week of your cycle
Take your missed pill as soon as you remember and then take your next pill at the normal time. This may mean taking 2 pills at the same time. Use an extra method of contraception for the next 7 days.

You missed a pill within the second week of your cycle
Take your missed pill as soon as you remember and then take your next pill at the normal time. This may mean taking 2 pills at the same time. If you took all of your pills properly within the previous 7 days, you should still be protected from pregnancy. If not, then use an extra method of contraception for the next 7 days.

You missed a pill within the third week of your cycle
You have two options. Either take your missed pill as soon as you remember and then take your next pill at the normal time. This may mean taking 2 pills at the same time. You should then start your next strip of pills right after finishing this one without taking a 7-day break. Alternatively, you can stop taking your pills right away and take your 7-day break early. After this, you can start your next strip of pills as normal.

 
Side effects
Like all medications, Rigevedon can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If you experience any of the following serious side effects you should stop taking this medication and seek immediate medical assistance:

Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction, e.g. swollen face, tongue, mouth or throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, hives
Symptoms of a blood clot, e.g. swelling in a vein in your leg, rapid or irregular heartbeat, stroke symptoms, severe stomach pain, etc. Please read the full list of potential symptoms of a blood clot that are listed in your patient information leaflet before taking this product

Other common side effects include:

Vaginitis, including thrush
Mood swings, including depression
Change in your sex drive
Nervousness
Dizziness
Feeling or being sick
Abdominal pain
Acne
Breast pain, enlargement, or discharge
Painful periods
Irregular periods, including no or reduced bleeding
Abnormality of the cervix and vaginal discharge
Fluid retention
Weight changes

For a complete list of potential side effects of this medication, please see the patient information leaflet included with your product. If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist. For more information about reporting the side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme.
 
Warnings
Do not take Rigevedon if you are allergic to ethinylestradiol, levonorgestrel, or any of the other listed ingredients. You should not take this medication if you have:

A blood clot in your legs (DVT), lungs (PE), or any other organs
A disorder that affects blood clotting, e.g. a protein C or S deficiency, antithrombin-III deficiency
An operation coming up that will mean you’re off your feet for a long time
Ever had a heart attack or stroke
Ever had angina or TIA (temporary stroke symptoms)
A type of migraine with an aura
Any disease which may increase the risk of clots in your arteries, e.g. severe diabetes, very high blood pressure, very high levels of fat or cholesterol in your blood, hyperhomocysteinemia
Breast cancer or genital cancer, or have ever had these
Liver disease and your liver function is still not normal
A tumour in your liver
Unexplained bleeding from your vagina

 
Tell your prescriber during your consultation if you have:

Higher levels of fat in your blood or a family history of this
An operation due, or if you are going to be off your feet for a long time
Heart or circulation problems, or a family history of these
Inflammation in the veins under the skin
Varicose veins
Problems with blood clotting or a family history of this
Migraines
Diabetes
Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
The inherited form of deafness called otosclerosis
Depression or mood changes
Sydenham’s chorea, a movement disorder
Liver and/or gall bladder disease
Porphyria
Sickle cell anaemia
Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS)
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
A rash known as herpes gestationis, which happens during pregnancy
Brown patches on your face and body which are reduced by staying out of the sun (chloasma)

 
Other medication
If you’re taking any other medication, including herbal remedies or medicines you obtained without a prescription, you should tell the medical team during your first consultation. You should not take this pill if you are already taking medications that increase liver function test results, including:

Ombitasvir, paritaprevir, or ritonavir
Dasabuvir
Glecaprevir, pibrentasvir
Sofosbuvir, velpatas, voxilaprevir

 
Other medications your healthcare provider will need to know about include:

Medications used to treat epilepsy, e.g. primidone, phenytoin, barbiturates, carbamazepine, oxcarbazepine
Medications for tuberculosis, e.g. rifampicin
HIV and Hepatitis C treatments, e.g. ritonavir, nevirapine, efavirenz
Fungal infection treatments, e.g. griseofulvin
Medications for arthritis or arthrosis, e.g. etoricoxib
Medications for high blood pressure in the blood vessels of your lungs, e.g. bosentan
St John’s wort, a herbal remedy
Ciclosporin
Lamotrigine, an anti-spileptic
Theophylline, which is used to treat breathing problems
Tizanidine, which is used to treat muscle pain and cramps

 
Breastfeeding
You should not take Rigevidon when you’re breastfeeding, even if you need to use contraception. You will usually be able to start taking the combined pill around 6 weeks after you give birth, but you should only do so if your doctor has told you you can do so, as they will want to take both your personal circumstances and the health of your baby into account.
 
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
 
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place which is below 25 degrees C. Do not use this product if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Keep out of sight and reach of children.