Gedarel 30/150 is a combined oral contraceptive pill containing ethinylestradiol (30 micrograms) and desogestrel (150 micrograms). 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, Gedarel is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.
Gedarel 30/150 Tablets
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Description
Directions for Use
- Take one tablet daily at the same time each day.
- Take tablets for 21 days, followed by a 7-day tablet-free break.
- Start the next pack on day 8, even if bleeding continues.
- A withdrawal bleed usually occurs during the 7-day break.
Starting Gedarel:
- Start on Day 1 of your period for immediate protection.
- If starting on Days 2–5, 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 more than one tablet is missed, seek medical advice.
Vomiting or severe diarrhoea within 3–4 hours of taking a tablet may reduce protection — take another tablet as soon as possible and use extra contraception for 7 days.
After childbirth:
- Start 21–28 days after delivery if not breastfeeding.
- If breastfeeding, seek medical advice before use.
Side Effects
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, tongue or throat).
- Severe liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, severe abdominal pain).
Common side effects:
- Headache or dizziness
- Nausea or stomach pain
- Acne
- Breast pain or tenderness
- Mood changes or depression
- Weight gain
- Irregular bleeding, especially in the first few months
Report side effects via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Warnings
Do NOT take Gedarel if you:
- Are pregnant.
- Have ever had blood clots, stroke, heart attack, or hormone-dependent cancer.
- Have severe liver disease or liver tumours.
- Have migraine with aura.
- Have unexplained vaginal bleeding.
- Are taking certain Hepatitis C treatments (e.g. ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir-containing regimens).
Speak to a clinician before use if you:
- Are over 35 and smoke.
- Are overweight.
- Have diabetes, high blood pressure, epilepsy, depression, lupus, or gallbladder disease.
- Have a personal or family history of blood clots.
Important information:
- Slightly increases the risk of blood clots and some cancers.
- Does not protect against STIs — condoms are recommended.
- Some medicines and herbal remedies (e.g. rifampicin, epilepsy medicines, St John’s Wort) can reduce effectiveness.
Faqs
How effective is Gedarel 30/150?
Over 99% effective with correct use.
Will my periods change?
You will usually have a regular withdrawal bleed during the 7-day break.
Can I get pregnant after stopping Gedarel?
Yes — fertility returns quickly after stopping.
What should I do if I miss a pill?
Take the last missed pill as soon as possible and use extra contraception for 7 days if more than 12 hours late.
Can I take Gedarel after having a baby?
Yes, from 21–28 days after delivery if not breastfeeding. Breastfeeding women should seek medical advice.
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