Logynon

Take the first pill from the section of the pack marked ‘start’. This will be an active pill. Take a pill every day until the pack is finished (21 days). Take the pills in the correct order and try to take them at the same time each day. Then stop taking pills for 7 days. Start the next strip after the 7-day break. Taking the pills in the wrong order could mean you’re not protected from pregnancy.

Many women do not experience any side effects, however some will. These can include mood swings, irregular bleeding, skin irritation, headaches, or feeling sick. Rarely, some women develop blood clots. This pill carries a slightly higher risk of blood clots than others. If you have any concerns, send us a message via your Patient Record.

For full information on side effects and correct use, see the patient information leaflet. If any side effects concern you, contact us via your Patient Record.

If you start using Logynon on days 1-5 of your period, you will be protected against pregnancy immediately. If you start taking it later (only if you are sure you could not be pregnant), you will need to use condoms for at least seven days until Logynon starts to work.

When taken correctly, Logynon is 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. However, if you are vomiting or have severe diarrhoea you may not be protected against pregnancy. If this happens, continue to take the pill as usual but use a condom whilst you're ill.

This depends on when and how many pills are missed. Missing one pill, at any time, does not compromise contraception.

Up to 48hrs since your last pill – take your next pill as soon as you remember and continue the rest of the pack as usual. This might mean you need to take 2 pills on 1 day.

More than 48hrs – this depends on when you last took your pill and where you are in your pill packet. Please check the patient information leaflet for further information.