Femodette is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing gestodene (a progestogen) and ethinylestradiol (an oestrogen). It prevents pregnancy by stopping ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and thinning the lining of the womb to reduce implantation.
Each pack contains 21 active tablets. When taken correctly, Femodette is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
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- Take one tablet daily at the same time each day.
- Take tablets for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break with no tablets.
- Start the next pack after 7 days, even if bleeding is still present.
- A withdrawal bleed usually occurs during the pill-free break.
Starting Femodette:
- Start on Day 1 of your period for immediate protection.
- If starting later, use additional contraception for 7 days.
Missed tablet:
- Less than 12 hours late: take as soon as remembered and continue as normal.
- More than 12 hours late: take the last missed tablet immediately and use extra contraception for 7 days.
- If multiple pills are missed, seek medical advice.
Vomiting or severe diarrhoea within 4 hours of taking a tablet may reduce protection — take another tablet and use extra contraception for 7 days.
After childbirth:
- If not breastfeeding and fully mobile, start 21 days after delivery.
- If breastfeeding, seek medical advice.
Serious side effects (seek urgent medical help):
- Blood clots (DVT, pulmonary embolism, stroke, heart attack).
- Sudden leg swelling, chest pain, breathlessness, or severe headache.
- Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, or throat).
- Liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes).
Common side effects:
- Nausea or stomach pain
- Headache or migraine
- Breast tenderness
- Mood changes
- Weight change
- Irregular bleeding, especially in the first few months
Report side effects via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
How effective is Femodette?
Over 99% effective with perfect use.
Will my periods change?
You will usually have a regular withdrawal bleed during the 7-day break.
Can I get pregnant after stopping Femodette?
Yes — fertility returns quickly after stopping.
What if I miss a pill?
Take the last missed pill as soon as possible. Use extra contraception for 7 days if more than 12 hours late.
Can I take Femodette after having a baby?
Yes, from 21 days after delivery if not breastfeeding. If breastfeeding, seek medical advice.
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