Description

Mercilon® – Low-Dose Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill in the UK

Mercilon® is a prescription-only combined oral contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy and support menstrual cycle control. It contains a lower dose of oestrogen alongside desogestrel, making it a popular option for women who prefer a low-dose combined pill.

Available through RapidMeds, a trusted UK-registered GPhC & CQC pharmacy, Mercilon can be prescribed following a secure online consultation with a UK-registered clinician.

What Is Mercilon®?

Mercilon UK is a well-established combined pill taken once daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day pill-free break. It is often chosen by women who experience side effects with higher-dose combined contraceptives.

Each tablet contains:

• Desogestrel 150 micrograms
• Ethinylestradiol 20 micrograms

How Mercilon® Works

Mercilon prevents pregnancy through three key actions:

• Prevents ovulation (stops the release of an egg)
• Thickens cervical mucus, making it difficult for sperm to enter the womb
• Thins the womb lining, reducing the likelihood of implantation

When taken correctly, the Mercilon contraceptive pill UK is highly effective.

What Is Mercilon® Used For?

Mercilon is prescribed in the UK for:

• Contraception (birth control)
• Regulation of menstrual cycles
• Lighter and more predictable periods
• Reduced hormonal side effects for some women due to its lower oestrogen dose

Individual suitability is assessed during a medical consultation.

Mercilon® Dosage and How to Take It

Standard dosage:

• Take one tablet daily for 21 days
• Followed by 7 days without tablets

How to take Mercilon:

• Take the pill at the same time each day
• Swallow whole with water
• Start the next pack after 7 pill-free days, even if bleeding continues

Your prescriber will advise when to start based on your menstrual cycle or previous contraception.

What If You Miss a Mercilon® Pill?

Guidance for a Mercilon missed pill UK depends on how many pills are missed and when:

• If one pill is missed, take it as soon as remembered
• If two or more pills are missed, additional contraception may be required

Always follow professional guidance or the patient information leaflet for full instructions.

Possible Mercilon® Side Effects

Most women tolerate Mercilon well. However, Mercilon side effects UK may include:

• Nausea
• Headache
• Breast tenderness
• Mood changes
• Irregular bleeding, especially during the first few months

Rare but serious side effects include blood clots. A full medical assessment is essential before starting Mercilon.

Important Safety Information

• Not suitable for everyone
• Do not use if you have a history of blood clots, certain cancers, or uncontrolled high blood pressure
• Smoking increases cardiovascular risk, particularly over the age of 35
• Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Always provide complete and accurate medical information during your consultation.

Buy Mercilon® Online in the UK

You can buy Mercilon online UK through RapidMeds following a confidential online consultation. If approved, your Mercilon prescription UK is dispensed by a UK-registered pharmacy and delivered discreetly.

Why choose RapidMeds?

• GPhC & CQC registered UK pharmacy
• Secure online consultations
• GP-prescribed contraception
• Discreet UK delivery
• Transparent pricing

Mercilon® Price in the UK

The Mercilon price UK depends on prescription approval and treatment duration. All costs are clearly displayed during the consultation process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Mercilon available on the NHS?

Yes. Mercilon NHS prescribed UK use is common when clinically appropriate.

Is Mercilon a combined pill?

Yes. Mercilon is a combined oestrogen-progestogen pill with a lower oestrogen dose.

How effective is Mercilon?

When taken correctly, it is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.

Can Mercilon help with period control?

Yes. Many women experience more regular and lighter periods.

Is Mercilon suitable for women sensitive to oestrogen?

Mercilon may be suitable due to its lower oestrogen content, subject to clinical assessment.

Trusted Medical Reference

Patient Information Leaflet (UK):
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1360.pdf