Advice

Not recommended for use within NHS Scotland

RECOMMENDATION

Desogestrel is a progestogen-only contraceptive pill (POP), which may possibly have greater efficacy than other POPs, due to increased inhibition of ovulation. However the apparent benefits do not justify the increase in costs involved.

The license holder has indicated their decision to resubmit.

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Medicine details

Medicine name:
Desogestrel (Cerazette®)
SMC ID:
36/03
Indication:
Contraception
Pharmaceutical company
Organon Laboratories Ltd
BNF chapter
Obstetrics, gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders
Submission type
Full
Status
Not recommended
Date advice published
09 May 2003