Cilique tablets
Cilique is a combined oral contraceptive pill (COC) used to prevent pregnancy. It contains two hormones, ethinylestradiol (an oestrogen) and norgestimate (a progestogen), which work together to provide reliable contraception.
Cilique prevents pregnancy in three ways: by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Cilique is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It can also provide additional benefits such as more regular menstrual cycles, reduced period pain, and lighter bleeding. Some women may also notice an improvement in acne.
Features:
Cilique prevents pregnancy in three ways: by stopping ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary), thickening cervical mucus to make it harder for sperm to reach the egg, and thinning the lining of the uterus to reduce the likelihood of implantation.
When taken correctly, Cilique is over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy. It can also provide additional benefits such as more regular menstrual cycles, reduced period pain, and lighter bleeding. Some women may also notice an improvement in acne.
Features:
- Highly effective contraception when taken correctly
- Helps regulate menstrual cycles
- Can reduce period pain and heavy bleeding
- May improve acne in some women
- Predictable monthly withdrawal bleed
Take one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by a 7-day pill-free break. During this break, you will usually have a withdrawal bleed. Start the next pack after 7 days, even if bleeding is ongoing.
- Must be taken at the same time each day
- If pills are missed, effectiveness may be reduced
- Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Not suitable if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
- Do not use if you have a history of blood clots (DVT, PE), stroke, or certain heart conditions
- Not recommended for smokers over the age of 35
- Use caution if you have kidney, liver, or adrenal problems (due to drospirenone)
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have migraines or high blood pressure
- Some medications may affect how well Cilique works
The active substances are 250 micrograms of norgestimate and 35 micrograms of ethinylestradiol. Cilique also contains the other ingredients: maize starch, lactose, magnesium stearate (E470b), indigo carmine (E132).
