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What is Logynon?
Logynon is a combined oral contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy and can also help regulate periods, reduce menstrual pain, and sometimes improve acne.
It contains two hormones:
- ethinylestradiol (a synthetic oestrogen)
- levonorgestrel (a synthetic progestogen)
Logynon is a triphasic pill, which means that the dose of hormone levels change three times during the 21-day cycle to closely mimic the natural hormonal fluctuations in your menstrual cycle. This differs from monophasic pills, which deliver the same dose of hormones every day for 21 days.
In other countries, Logynon is known under the brand names Trionetta, Trinordiol, Trigynon, and NovaStep. It is approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
You can purchase Logynon tablets online at euroClinix after completing an online consultation for oral contraception.
How does Logynon work?
Logynon contains two types of female sex hormones ethinylestradiol and levonorgestrel. These hormones working in three different ways to prevent pregnancy:
when an egg is released from your ovaries
Thickens the cervical mucus
making it more difficult for sperm to enter the womb
Prevents the lining of your womb from thickening
making it harder for a fertilised egg to implant here and grow
These processes are triggered by hormone levels that rise and fall during your menstrual cycle. The varying hormone levels in triphasic pills closely mimic the body’s natural menstrual cycle. It effectively helps prevent ovulation across the cycle and reduces side effects like breakthrough bleeding.
What are the benefits of taking Logynon?
There are many advantages of taking oral contraceptives like Logynon.
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It doesn’t interrupt sex
Unlike barrier methods like condoms or diaphragms, Logynon is taken daily, meaning you’re always protected without any interruptions. Because it’s taken regularly, it allows for more spontaneity without the hassle of stopping to use contraception. It is also more discreet than other methods.
Convenient dosing
Logynon has a simple and easy dosing schedule and only needs to be taken once a day. This makes it a low-maintenance option that easily fits into your routine.
Reduces PMS symptoms
Logynon may help with pre-menstrual symptoms such as mood swings.
Helps regulate periods
Logynon can regulate the menstrual cycle, making your periods lighter and less painful.
Less side effects
As Logynon is a triphasic pill, there are different levels of hormones in each pack. This may reduce the risk of any unwanted side effects such as nausea and headaches.
It’s important to remember that combined contraceptive pills will not protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). You should also use barrier contraceptives, such as condoms, for protection against STIs.
Dr. Caroline Fontana
Lead Prescribing Doctor
How effective is Logynon?
How effective this medicine is depends on how patients take the pill.
- With perfect use, oral contraceptives like Logynon are over 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.
- However, in real life scenarios, many women may miss pills, have severe vomiting or diarrhoea, or may take the pill with other medicines that can reduce its effectiveness. So, with typical use, the effectiveness drops down to around 93%.
Who can and cannot take it?
Logynon is suitable for most adult women; however, it may not be the best option for certain patients.
Who can take this medicine?
Logynon is recommended for adult women who are seeking reliable contraception. It would also benefit those who:
- Experience PMS
- Have heavy or irregular periods
- Want to take a combined pill rather than a mini pill (progestogen-only pill)
Who cannot take this medicine?
You should not take Logynon if you are allergic to the active ingredients or any other added ingredients in this medication.
While hormonal contraceptives are safe options for most women, you should not take Logynon if you have or have had:
- a blood clot in a blood vessel of your legs (DVT), your lungs (PE) or other organs
- a blood clotting disorder (e.g. protein C or S deficiency, antithrombin-III deficiency, Factor V Leiden)
- an autoimmune disorder (e.g. antiphospholipid antibodies)
- an operation leaving you off your feet for a long time
- a heart attack or stroke
- severe chest pain (angina) or a transient ischaemic attack (TIA)
- any of the following diseases that increase the risk of a clot in the arteries:
- severe diabetes with blood vessel damage
- very high blood pressure
- very high level of fat in the blood (cholesterol or triglycerides)
- high levels of homocysteine in the blood
- a type of migraine called ‘migraine with aura’
- breast cancer
- severe liver disease or liver tumours
Logynon may affect some medical conditions. Tell your doctor if any of the following affect you:
- hereditary angioedema (a rare disorder that causes swelling)
- chronic inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis)
- systemic lupus erythematosus (a disease affecting your immune system)
- haemolytic uraemic syndrome (a blood clotting disorder)
- sickle cell anaemia (a red blood cell disease)
- inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
- high levels of fat in the blood (hypertriglyceridaemia) or a positive family history for this condition.
- you have just given birth
- inflammation in the veins under the skin or varicose veins
- porphyria (a rare disorder causing the buildup of porphyrins in the body)
- being overweight or obese
- diabetes
If you have one of these conditions, discuss other birth control options with a healthcare professional.
Not sure which contraception method is most suitable for you?
How do I take Logynon?
Dosage
Each pack of Logynon contains three different types of pills with varying hormone doses. Each pill strip contains different coloured tablets, which must be taken in a specific order for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break.
Each strip contains:
- 6 light brown tablets - containing 50mcg levonorgestrel and 30mcg ethinylestradiol
- 5 white tablets - containing 75mcg levonorgestrel and 40mcg ethinylestradiol
- 10 ochre tablets - containing 125mcg levonorgestrel and 30mcg ethinylestradiol
When do I start?
You should start taking Logynon between day 1 and 5 of your period. This will ensure that your contraception is immediately effective.
If you take it after day 5 of your period, you should use a barrier method of contraception (such as a condom) or abstain from sexual intercourse for the first 7 days of taking the pill.
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If you are not pregnant and not switching from another hormonal contraceptive |
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Changing from a combined oral hormonal contraceptive |
Start Logynon on the next day after taking your last active tablet from your previous pack. You will have immediate contraceptive protection. |
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Changing from a progestogen-only-pill |
Start Logynon on the first day of bleeding, even if you have already taken the minipill for that day. You will have contraceptive protection straight away. |
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After a miscarriage or an abortion during the first 3 months of pregnancy |
Start Logynon immediately. No additional contraception is required. |
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After a miscarriage or an abortion after the third month of pregnancy |
Ask your doctor for advice. You may need to use extra contraception, such as condoms, for a short period of time. |
After having a baby |
Start taking Logynon 21 days after delivery if you are fully mobile. You do not have to wait for a period. You will need to use another method of contraception (e.g. a condom), until you start Logynon and for the first 7 days of pill taking. |
If you are switching to Logynon from any other form of contraception, seek advice from your doctor.
How to take it
It’s important to take this pill exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Take one tablet once daily, at the same time every day. Start with pill number 1 and follow the direction of the arrows on the strip until you have finished all 21 pills. For this medicine to be effective, you must take it in the right order.
- After you have taken all 21 pills, take a 7-day pill-free break. During this time, you should have a withdrawal bleed (like a period).
- After the 7 pill-free days, start your next pack even if you are still bleeding.
- Swallow each pill whole, with water. Do not crush or chew the pill.
How long do I take it for?
You should continue to take Logynon for as long as you need contraception, provided your doctor ensures that it is suitable for you.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
What to do if you miss a pill depends on your situation.
If it has been:
- less than 12 hours since your last pill, you should still be protected. Take the missed pill as soon as possible, then take the next pill at your usual time. This may mean taking two pills in one day.
- more than 12 hours or you have missed more than one pill, your contraception will be affected. Take the most recent missed pill as soon as possible and take the next pill at your usual time. This may mean taking two pills in one day. You must use barrier contraception for the next 7 days.
You must also check how many active pills are left in your pack. Depending on when you have missed your pill, the advice may vary. Use our interactive tool below to plan your next steps.
Use our interactive tool below on what to do if you miss one or multiple pills in one month (menstrual cycle). Simply click to begin.
Missed pill, what should I do?
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the pack as normal.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the pack as normal.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill and take the active (21) pills as per the normal schedule.
2) Skip the pill-free break.
3) Start the new pill pack straight away.
If your pill pack contains 21 tablets, your 4th week should be a pill-free week if you have not chosen to skip it. This means you should still be fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
The combined pill may not be as effective. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex for the following 7 days.
If you vomited within 3-4 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours before your usual pill time. As long as you are not sick again, you should still be protected against pregnancy. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the pack as normal.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the pack as normal.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill and take the active (21) pills as per normal schedule.
2) Skip the inactive (placebo) pills / the pill-free break.
3) Start the new pill pack straight away.
If you missed an inactive pill (placebo), in the 4th week of your cycle, you will still be protected from pregnancy.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
The combined pill may not be as effective. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex for the following 7 days.
If you vomited within 3-4 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours before your usual pill time. As long as you are not sick again, you should still be protected against pregnancy. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
The combined pill may not be as effective. If intercourse took place in the week prior, the possibility of a pregnancy should be considered. Contact a doctor for advice and consider using an emergency contraceptive method.
You should keep these key points about taking this pill in mind:
1) The more 'white active tablets' are missed and the closer the missed tablets are to the 4 yellow placebo tablets, the higher the risk of pregnancy.
2) 7 days of uninterrupted 'active tablet'-taking are required to attain adequate protection against pregnancy. If you have trouble remembering to take your pill consistently, you should speak to your doctor for advice.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the pack as normal.
Provided you have only missed one pill and taken the pills correctly the week prior, you should still be protected against pregnancy.
You should:
1) Take the missed pill or start a new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
If you have missed more than 1 tablet or have not taken the pills consistently the week pior, you should use a barrier contraceptive method for the following 7 days.
If you have missed a pill in the last week of active tablets, the risk of pregnancy is higher. You should still be protected if you have taken the active pills uninterrupted the 7 days before and you take the following advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
If you have missed more than 1 tablet or have not taken the pills consistently the week prior, you should use a barrier contraceptive method for the following 7 days.
If you missed one of the last 4 pills of the pill pack, it should have no impact as these are hormone-free pills. You should:
1) Dispose of the missed pill and take the next scheduled pill at the correct time, ensuring you don't go longer than 4 days before you start a new pack with active pills.
2) You can also start a new pill pack straight away. This changes the first day of your cycle.
If you had sex the week before missing your pill, you may be at risk of pregnancy. Contact your doctor for advice and consider using an emergency contraceptive method. You should also follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
The combined pill may not be as effective. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal. You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
If you vomited within 3-4 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours before your usual pill time. As long as you are not sick again, you should still be protected against pregnancy. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
You should still be protected against pregnancy if you experienced a few episodes of diarrhoea in a day/for less than 24 hours. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
The protection against pregnancy will not be reduced if it has been less 12 hours. But, you should still take the following advice to ensure protection:
1) Take the tablet as soon as you remember.
2) Then take the next tablets at the usual time.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up.
The protection against pregnancy will be reduced. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 9 days.
The protection against pregnancy may be reduced. For multiphasic pills, the advice on missed pills will depend on where in the cycle you are, and on which pill brand you are taking. Follow the advice below:
1) Always familiarise yourself with the instructions in the patient information leaflet (PIL) that comes with your pill packs.
2) Take note of when in your cycle you missed your pill - the advice will differ based on this.
- 2.1 At the beginning of your cycle you should take the missed pill and continue taking the pill as per the normal schedule. You should use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex the following 9 days to ensure protection against pregnancy.
- 2.2 If the missed pill was towards the end of your cycle you may be advised to skip the pill and start a new cycle (take the 1st pill of a new pill pack).
If you forget to take an inactive/placebo pill (the last pills in the pill pack), you do not need to take them later, as they do not contain active substances. But you should throw away the white tablet(s) you forgot to take, so that you do not prolong the period of inactive tablets. Prolongation may increase the risk of pregnancy. Continue to take the next tablet at the usual time. This is only relevant if you are taking a multiphasic pill with 28 pills (not 21).
If you vomited within 3 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours after your normal pill time. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
If you are less than 12 hours late, take the missed tablet as soon as possible, even if this means taking 2 tablets on the same day. This will ensure that contraceptive protection is maintained.
If you have missed a pill in the first week of your cycle, you should:
1) Take the last missed tablet as soon as possible and then continue to take the rest of the tablets in the normal manner.
2) Use extra contraceptive protection, such as a condom, or refrain from sex, for the next 7 days.
3) If you had sex in that 1st week (without additional contraception), you could become pregnant. Contact your doctor for advice as soon as possible. They may recommend you use emergency contraception. You should still continue taking your pill as normal.
If you are late by more than 12 hours, take the last missed tablet as soon as possible and then continue to take the rest of the tablets in the normal manner. In addition, use extra contraceptive protection, such as a condom for the next 7 days.
If you have fewer than seven tablets in your blister strip after you have missed taking a dose, you should:
1) Complete the blister strip and start the next blister strip without a break.
This will give you protection from when you took the last missed tablet. You may not have a period until the end of two blister strips, but this will not harm you. You may also have some bleeding on days when you take the tablets.
If you vomited within 3 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours after your normal pill time. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancies. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have missed more than one pill, you should:
1) Take the most recently missed pill and skip any previously missed pills.
2) Take your next pills as normal (this could mean taking two pills in one day)
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
4) If you had sex in that 1st week (without additional contraception), you could become pregnant. Contact your doctor for advice as soon as possible. They may recommend you use emergency contraception. You should still continue taking your pill as normal.
If you have missed more than one pill, you should:
1) Take the most recent missed pill (skip any previously missed pills)
2) Take your next pills as normal (this could mean taking two pills in one day)
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
If you missed a pill and have less than 7 pills left of your pack, you should:
1) Take the most recent missed pill (skip any previously missed pills)
2) Take your next pills as normal (this could mean taking two pills in one day)
3) When you finish the strip of pills, start the next strip the next day without a break.
4) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
5) If you do not have a withdrawal bleed after you have finished the second strip, do a pregnancy test before starting another strip.
The desogestrel pill may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the less effective your contraception is. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can (as long as it is taken within 12 hours of your normal time).
2) Continue the pack as normal.
The desogestrel pill may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the less effective your contraception is. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and consider using an emergency contraceptive. Please note you should continue taking the pill as normal if you have used emergency contraception.
The desogestrel pill may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the less effective your contraception is. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
If you vomited within 3 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 12 hours after your normal pill time. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the mini pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
Your contraception may not be as effective. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the last missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
You will not be protected against pregnancy if you have missed more than 2 pills. Unless a pregnancy can be ruled out, you should stop taking it until it can be confirmed (e.g. from a pregnancy test). If pregnancy can be ruled out, follow the advice below:
1) Continue taking the pill where you left off (or start a new pill pack).
2) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
3) After seven days of taking the pill at a regular time, you will be protected again.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the pill as soon as you can (no later than 3 hours from your normal time)
2) Continue the pack as normal.
Your contraception may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the less effective your contraception is. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and consider using an emergency contraceptive. Please note you should continue taking the pill as normal if you have used emergency contraception.
Your contraception may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the less effective your contraception is. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 2 days.
If you vomited within 2 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 3 hours after your normal pill time. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the mini pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
Your contraception may not be as effective. You should follow the below advice:
1) The more pills you have missed, the more the effect against pregnancy is reduced.
2) Take the last missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
3) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
4) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
5) If this happened in the 1st week of the cycle (one or more of the first 7 pills), and you had sex the week before, you may be pregnant. Speak to your doctor for advice.
You are still fully protected, as long as you:
1) Take the pill as soon as you can (no later than 24 hours from your normal time).
2) Continue the pack as normal.
Your contraception may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the more the effecicacy reduced. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
You should still be protected against pregnancy as long as you:
1) Take the missed pill and take the rest of the active pills as per normal schedule (24 pills).
2) Skip the 4 inactive (placebo) pills and start the new pill pack straight away.
You will now have a different start day of your cycle.
If you missed one of the last 4 pills of the pill pack it should have no impact (as these are hormone-free pills). You should:
1) Dispose of the missed pill and take the next scheduled pill at the correct time.
2) Be aware that only a specific type of mini pill brands contain inactive pills, and these should be clearly indicated and have a different colour to the rest of the pills (containing hormones). The instructions will be different if you have missed an active pill.
You may be at risk of pregnancy. Please see your own doctor for advice and follow-up. They may suggest you use a form of emergency contraception. You can continue taking your pills as normal if you have used an emergency contraception. You should also use a barrier method (such as a condom) if you have sex over the next 7 days.
Your contraception may not be as effective. The more pills you forget to take, the more the effecicacy reduced. You should follow the below advice:
1) Take the missed pill or start the new pill pack as soon as you can.
2) Continue the rest of the pack as normal (at your normal time). You may need to take two pills in one day.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following 7 days.
If you vomited within 3-4 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill no longer than 24 hours after your normal pill time. If you are sick again or you do not take a new pill, your contraception will not be effective. If that is the case, retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you experienced severe diarrhoea within 3 hours of taking the pill, you should take a new pill as soon as you can, and after no longer than 24 hours than your normal pill time. As long as you are feeling better and do not continue having diarrhoea, you should still be protected against pregnancy.
If you had severe diarrhoea within 3-4 hours of taking your pill and you have not taken a new one (within 24 hours of the normal pill time), or continue to have diarrhoea, you may not be protected. Retake this quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
You should still be protected against pregnancy. Take your next pill as per your usual schedule.
If you have had severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, the pill may not have been fully absorbed and therefore may not be as effective. You should treat every 24 hours of severe diarrhoea as a missed pill. Retake the quiz and follow the advice for a missed pill.
On rare occasions, the contraceptive vaginal ring can break. Vaginal damage has been reported in connection with the ring breaking. If you discover that your ring has broken, follow the below advice:
1) Dispose of that ring and insert a new ring as soon as possible.
2) Use additional contraception (eg a male condom) for the next 7 days.
3) Contact your doctor if you had intercourse before you discovered that the ring was broken.
If you are being sick (vomiting) or have diarrhoea, the contraceptive ring is still effective (unlike when you are taking the pill).
If you are being sick (vomiting) or have diarrhoea, the contraceptive ring is still effective (unlike when you are taking the pill).
If your ring-free break was no longer than 7 days, you are still protected from pregnancy. You should follow the below advice:
1) Put the new ring in as soon as possible (at your normal insertion time)
2) Replace the ring as per your normal schedule (1 ring should be replaced every seven days, at the same time)
If the ring-free break was longer than 7 days, you may not be protected against pregnancy. The longer the ring-free break lasts, the higher the risk of becoming pregnant. Follow the below advice:
1) Insert a new ring as soon as you remember.
2) Use additional contraception (such as a male condom) if you have intercourse in the next 7 days.
3) If you had intercourse during the ring-free break, there is a possibility that you could be pregnant. Talk to your doctor immediately and consider using a form of emergency contraception.
If the ring has been out of the vagina for less than 3 hours, it will still protect you from pregnancy. You should follow the below advice:
1) Wash the ring in cold or lukewarm water (do not use hot water).
2) Put the ring back in as soon as possible.
3) Replace the ring as per your normal schedule (1 ring should be replaced every seven days, at the same time).
You may not be protected against pregnancy. Take a pregnancy test and consult a doctor before inserting a new ring.
If the ring has been out of the vagina for more than 3 hours, you may not be protected against pregnancy. You should:
1) Wash the ring in cold or lukewarm water (do not use hot water)
2) Reinsert the ring into the vagina as soon as you remember, and leave the ring in place without interruption for at least 7 days.
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days.
4) If you are in your 1st week and you had intercourse in the previous 7 days, there is a possibility that you could be pregnant. In this case, you must contact your doctor.
You may not be protected against pregnancy. You should dispose of that ring and choose one of the following two possibilities:
1) Insert a new ring immediately.
2) This will start the next 3-week period with the ring.
3) You may not have a period, but breakthrough bleeding and spotting may occur.
OR
1) Do not insert a new ring.
2) Have a period first and insert a new ring no later than 7 days from the time the previous ring was removed or fell out.
3) You should only choose this option if you have used NuvaRing continuously for the last 7 days.
If you are being sick (vomiting) or have diarrhoea, the contraceptive patch is still effective (unlike when you are taking the pill).
If you are being sick (vomiting) or have diarrhoea, the contraceptive patch is still effective (unlike when you are taking the pill).
Follow the below advice to ensure you are still protected:
1) Try to attach it again or put on a new transdermal patch immediately (so it has been off for less than 24 hours).
2) Use a new patch if the other one is no longer sticky, has stuck together or to something or if it's fallen off before (do not attempt to use tape or wraps to stick the old one back on).
3) Your "patch change day" must remain unchanged.
The patch may not be as effective. The longer you have been without the patch, the less effective your contraception will be. You should follow the advice below:
1) Immediately start a new 4-week cycle by applying a new transdermal patch.
2) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days (the 1st week of the new cycle).
The patch may not be as effective. The longer you have been without the patch, the less effective your contraception will be. You should follow the advice below:
1) Immediately start a new 4-week cycle by applying a new transdermal patch.
2) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days (the 1st week of the new cycle).
Follow the below advice to ensure you are still protected:
1) Try to attach it again or put on a new transdermal patch immediately (so it has been off for less than 24 hours).
2) Use a new patch if the other one is no longer sticky, has stuck together or to something or if it's fallen off before (do not attempt to use tape or wraps to stick the old one back on).
3) Your "patch change day" must remain unchanged.
The patch may not be as effective. The longer you have been without the patch, the less effective your contraception will be. You should follow the advice below:
1) Immediately start a new 4-week cycle by applying a new transdermal patch.
2) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days (the 1st week of the new cycle).
The patch may not be as effective. The longer you have been without the patch, the less effective your contraception will be. You should follow the advice below:
1) Immediately start a new 4-week cycle by applying a new transdermal patch.
2) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
3) Use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days (the 1st week of the new cycle).
If you forget to put on the transdermal patch in your cycle's 1st week, you may have a particularly high risk of becoming pregnant. Follow the advice below:
1) You must use additional non-hormonal contraception for one week (seven days).
2) Put on the first patch of the new cycle as soon as you remember.
3) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
If you are on the 4th week of the cycle, you should still be protected against pregnancies. If you left the patch on for too long (forgot to remove it), take it off as soon as you remember. Follow the below advice to stay protected:
1) Start the next cycle on the usual "patch change day", the day after day 28.
2) Continue replacing them weekly, on the same day at the same time.
3) There is no need for additional contraception.
You should still be protected, provided you follow the below advice:
1) Attach a new patch as soon as you remember (within 48 hours).
2) Replace the following patch on the usual "patch change day".
3) No additional contraception is necessary.
If you forget to change the patch for more than 2 days, you can become pregnant. The longer you have been without the patch, the lower the effectiveness will be. You should follow the advice below:
1) Immediately start a new 4-week cycle by applying a new patch.
2) You now have a new day 1 and a new "patch change day".
3) You must use a barrier contraceptive method if you have sex, for the following seven days (1st week of cycle).
If you have had sex since you missed a pill, you may need emergency contraception.
What happens if I lose a pill?
If you lose a pill, there are two options you can choose from:
- Take the last pill of the strip in place of the lost pill. Then continue to take all the other pills on their regular days. Your cycle will be one day shorter than usual, but your contraceptive protection won’t be affected. After your 7 pill-free days, you will have a new starting day.
- If you do not want to change the starting day, take a pill from a spare strip if you have one. Then, continue to take all the other pills from your current strip as usual. Keep the opened spare strip on hand in case you lose any more pills.
What happens if I vomit or have diarrhoea?
If you vomit or have very bad diarrhoea within 4 hours of taking the pill, it may not be fully absorbed and your contraceptive protection may be affected.
If you feel better within 12 hours of taking Logynon, follow the instructions above for a ‘lost pill’.
If you are still sick or have diarrhoea more than 12 hours after taking Logynon, follow the advice for a ‘missed pill’.
Consult the patient information leaflet or speak to a healthcare professional if you are unsure of what to do.How long does Logynon take to work?
Logynon works quickly to protect against pregnancy. If you start taking the pill on days 1-5 of your period, you have immediate contraceptive protection.
If you start on day 6 or later, or if you have a short or irregular cycle, you will need to use condoms or avoid sex until you have taken 7 active pills in a row.
What lifestyle changes should I make while taking Logynon?
When taking oral contraceptives, it’s important to make certain lifestyle changes to ensure the medicine is effective and to reduce the risk of experiencing side effects.
Lifestyle guide for women taking Logynon
Maintain a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet can help reduce the risk of experiencing side effects like bloating or nausea. Some women may experience weight changes, therefore eating a balanced diet may help combat these side effects.
Move regularly to improve blood flow
Taking oral contraceptives can slightly increase the risk of blood clots. Stay active and try to exercise regularly (e.g., walking, jogging, or yoga) to support circulation.
Monitor your mood
Some women experience mood swings, anxiety, or a low mood while taking hormonal contraception. Practicing meditation, mindfulness or relaxation techniques may help.
Stick to a consistent schedule
Make sure to take Logynon at the same time each day to maintain effectiveness. Set an alarm or reminder on your phone to help.
This medicine contains lactose. If you have an intolerance to some sugars, inform your doctor before using Logynon.
Silvia Fonda
Nutritionist
What are Logynon's side effects?
It is not uncommon to experience side effects while using hormonal contraceptives. Most side effects are mild and go away on their own. However, if any of these side effects are troublesome or ongoing, contact your doctor.
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You must contact your doctor immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction, with symptoms including:
- swollen hands, face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat
- difficulty swallowing and breathing
- a red bumpy, itchy rash (hives)
This is not a complete list of the potential side effects. For the full list, please refer to the patient information leaflet.
How can I manage the side effects?
Some common side effects of this medicine can be managed at home. Refer to the table below for some helpful tips.
Tips to manage the common side effects of Logynon
Headaches or stomach ache
Make sure to rest and drink plenty of fluids. Consider taking a painkiller such as paracetamol, if recommended by your doctor.
Mood swings
Try journaling or consider therapy to talk about your emotions. If mood swings are severe, persistent, or affecting your daily life, consult your doctor.
Nausea or vomiting
Take the pill just before bed. Make sure to eat simple, bland foods and sip on ginger tea.
Sore breasts
Wear a bra that fits well for support. Try applying a warm or cold compress for relief.
Does Logynon interact with any other medicines?
Tell your doctor if you are taking, or have recently taken, any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy with or without a prescription, natural supplements, or herbal remedies.
Some medicines can affect the blood levels of Logynon and may stop it from working properly. These include:
- medicines used to treat epilepsy (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin)
- HIV medicines
- Hepatitis C medicines (e.g. ritonavir)
- certain antibiotics (e.g. rifampacin)
- certain sedatives (barbiturates)
- herbal remedies (e.g. St. John's wort)
- antifungals (e.g. griseofulvin, itraconazole, fluconazole)
- medicines that affect the immune system (e.g. cyclosporin)
- muscle relaxants (e.g. tizanidine)
- medicines for lung diseases (e.g. theophylline)
This is not a complete list of possible interactions. For a full list, refer to the BNF interaction checker.
What safety advice should be followed when taking Logynon?
For more information, refer to the safety information table below:
Safety Tips
Alcohol
Caution
Limit alcohol intake, as too much alcohol may increase the risk of side effects like nausea or vomiting.
Pregnancy
Avoid
Do not take Logynon if you are pregnant or think you might be. If pregnancy occurs during use, discontinue the pill and consult your doctor immediately.
Breastfeeding
Avoid
Using Logynon while breastfeeding may reduce milk production and change its composition. Small amounts of this medicine are passed into the milk, which could affect the baby. Seek a different contraceptive.
Driving
Caution
Logynon may cause headaches. If you experience this, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you feel better.
Smoking
Avoid
Smoking increases the risk of serious heart-related side effects when taking the pill, especially in women over 35. It is strongly advised to stop smoking while taking this medicine.
Blood Clotting Risk
Important
Logynon may increase the risk of blood clots. Look out for symptoms like severe leg pain, swelling, sharp chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, severe stomach pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, or sudden breathlessness, and seek medical attention immediately if they occur.
How should I store and dispose of this medicine?
How to store
Logynon has no specific storage instructions. However, keep it in its original packaging, out of the sight and reach of children. Store it at room temperature.
Disposal
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the pack. To throw away any expired or unused medication, take it to your nearest pharmacy. Do not throw away medicines in your household waste or flush them down the toilet, as this may harm the environment.
Can I buy Logynon without a prescription?
No. Logynon is a prescription-only medicine (POM). You will need to complete a consultation with one of our doctors who will check if it is right for you.
You may not be able to take this medicine if you have certain medical conditions. If your treatment is approved, our pharmacy will dispense your medication, free of charge, with next-day delivery.
How can I buy Logynon online from euroClinix?
To buy birth control pills, like Logynon online from euroClinix, follow these simple steps:
- Complete a quick online consultation to check your eligibility.
- UK-registered doctors review your responses to ensure the medication is right for you.
- Upon approval, an e-prescription will be issued.
- Enjoy free delivery from our licensed pharmacy with tracking details.
Your privacy is our top priority. euroClinix uses secure, encrypted transactions and complies with UK’s medical standards to keep your information confidential.
Start your online consultation today to enjoy professional care from the comfort of your home.
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- Experienced doctors manage your consultations and prescriptions.
- Online consultations, quick approvals, and discreet doorstep delivery add to the convenience.
- A supportive team is on hand to answer treatment-related questions or concerns.
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How much is Logynon?
The price of Logynon at euroClinix includes everything you need:
- Free online consultation with our experienced doctors
- Free prescription, if approved
- Free delivery straight to your door
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What alternatives are available?
Comparison of oral contraceptives
Choose what to compare:
| Medicine name | Active ingredients | Key benefits | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logynon | Ethinylestradiol and Levonorgestrel | Well tolerated by many women | - |
| Yasmin, Eloine | Ethinylestradiol and drospirenone | May reduce bloating, acne-friendly Eloine is a lower oestrogen version of Yasmin |
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| Brevinor | Ethinylestradiol and Norethisterone | Higher dose of oestrogen, may help cycle regulation | - |
| Cilest | Ethinylestradiol and Norgestimate | May help with moderate acne | - |
| Microgynon | Ethinylestradiol and Levonorgestrel | Well tolerated by many women | - |
| Orvanette | Ethinylestradiol and Levonorgestrel | Well tolerated by many women | - |
| Femodene | Ethinylestradiol and Gestodene | Better cycle control | - |
| Femodette | Ethinylestradiol and Gestodene | Better cycle control | - |
| Mercilon | Ethinylestradiol and desogestrel | Offers lighter periods | - |
| Marvelon | Ethinylestradiol and desogestrel | Offers lighter periods | - |
| Qlaira | Estradiol Valerate / Dienogest | Closely mimics the natural cycle | - |
| Zoely | Estradiol with Nomegestrol | Uses a naturally occurring estrogen, estradiol | - |
If combined contraceptive pills are not suitable for you, a mini-pill or progestogen-only pill (POP) may be a good alternative. We also offer the contraceptive patch and vaginal ring.
To decide which option is best for you, check out our page on contraception, or use this helpful tool below.
Logynon FAQs
Does Logynon cause weight gain?
Is it safe to take Logynon for a long time?
Does Logynon affect libido?
Will I still be able to become pregnant after stopping Logynon?
Is it safe to order Logynon online?
Are there any discounts for being a new user?
Will my order be confidential?
What are the delivery options available?
Note: You must complete a short online consultation so that our doctor can ensure that the treatment is suitable for you. The above pricing should only be used as a reference. The final decision to issue this treatment lies with the prescribing doctor.
| Type of medicine | Combined oral contraceptive |
| Used for | Contraception |
| Active ingredient(s) | Levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol |
| Works by | Preventing ovulation, thickening the cervical mucus, and thinning the uterine lining |
| Effective within | 7 days |
| Available as | Tablets |
| Available strength | Levonorgestrel (50mcg, 75mcg and 125mcg) and ethinylestradiol (30mcg and 40mcg) |
| Usage | Take 1 tablet per day for 21 days followed by a 7-day break |
| Manufacturer | Bayer S.V. |
| Generic available | No |
| Storage | Store at room temperature in the original pack. |
| Prescription required? | Yes, get it FREE with our online consultation |
| Who is suitable for an online consultation* | Adult women needing reliable oral contraception |
*Note: Our medical team must review your online consultation before approving this treatment. They will determine if the requested treatment and quantity are safe, appropriate, and effective for you.
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