Desogen
Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
Formulated for women to manage cycle regulation and to alleviate unintended pregnancy risks effectively.
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredients
- Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
- Supply
- OTC
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 0.15/30mg/mcg
Desogen details
- Condition
- Contraception
- Alternative names
- Marvelon; Mercilon; Mircette
- Therapeutic class
- Combined Oral Contraceptives
- Pharmacological class
- Progestogen and Oestrogen
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; breast tenderness; mood changes; weight changes
- Moderate side effects
- hypertension; decreased libido; migraine; breast enlargement
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- General sale, no prescription needed
- Manufacturer
- Organon
- Onset Time
- 7–14 days
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry place away from direct light.
- Drug interactions
- St. John's Wort; rifampicin; carbamazepine; ritonavir
- Age restrictions
- Not for use before menarche.
Contraindications
history of venous thromboembolism; severe hypertension; migraine with aura; diabetes mellitus with vascular complications; pregnancy
Precautions and warnings
periodic medical check-ups recommended; may increase risk of thrombosis; consult doctor before surgery
Serious side effects
venous thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; arterial thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; hepatic tumours, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated for women to manage cycle regulation and to alleviate unintended pregnancy risks effectively.
Mechanism of action
This medicine combines two female hormones that work primarily by preventing ovulation and altering cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration and thinning the endometrium to prevent implantation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Do not use if pregnant. Breastfeeding: Not recommended as it may reduce milk production.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Desogen
Desogen is a widely used contraceptive containing desogestrel and ethinylestradiol. This formulation is also sold under brand names such as Marvelon, Mercilon, and Mircette. Manufactured by Organon, it is supplied as a tablet with a strength of 0.15/30mg/mcg, providing a consistent option for those managing their reproductive health.
Buying Desogen online
Desogen is registered across 14 markets, making it one of the more accessible contraceptives across the region, with availability in the UAE, Singapore, and Hong Kong, as well as Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Generic versions of this combination are often more affordable than the original brand, providing a practical solution for expats and residents across Asia seeking reliable supply and consistent access to their regular medication.