What is Cerazette Tablet

Cerazette Tablet is a medicine used as an oral contraceptive to prevent pregnancy. It helps to prevent the release and fertilization of the egg by sperm. It is generally safe for the majority of women, including those who are breastfeeding. Cerazette Tablet can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The doctor should guide the dose and how often you take it. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. If you missed your dose and you are late by 12 hours in taking the missed dose, in that case, you must use a condom during intercourse for a period of 2 days. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, weight gain, and acne. If these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor. They may suggest ways to minimize or prevent them. Cerazette Tablet can often disrupt your menstrual cycle, so consult your doctor if this happens regularly. Before using this medication, inform your doctor if you have a history of diabetes, unexplained vaginal bleeding, or high blood pressure. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, if you experience vomiting within 2 hours of dose intake, take another dose as soon as you feel better.    

Benefits of Cerazette Tablet

In Contraception Cerazette Tablet is a progestin-only contraceptive that helps prevent pregnancy by thickening cervical mucus to block sperm and inhibiting ovulation in most cycles. It is suitable for women who cannot take estrogen-based contraceptives and is safe for use during breastfeeding. Additionally, it may help reduce menstrual pain and make periods lighter or stop altogether in some users.

Side effects of Cerazette Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cerazette

• Headache
• Nausea
• Weight gain
• Irregular menstrual cycle
• Mood changes
• Acne
• Breast pain
• Decreased libido

   

What if you forget to take Cerazette Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cerazette Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.    

Quick tips

 

• Take Cerazette Tablet at the same time every day without skipping any days, even between packs.
• If you are more than 12 hours late in taking a pill, you will not be protected against pregnancy. Use other contraceptive methods, such as condoms, for the next two days.
• If you vomit within 2 hours of taking Cerazette Tablet, take another pill as soon as you feel well.
• It may stop your periods or make them lighter, irregular, or more frequent. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
• Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor immediately if you notice unexplained swelling and pain in your limbs, shortness of breath, chest pain, severe headache, or vision changes. These could be the symptoms of a blood clot in a vein.