{"product_id":"lovima-75-microgram-film-coated-tablets","title":"Lovima 75 microgram film-coated tablets","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##features##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProgestogen-only pill\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable without a prescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e99% effective at preventing pregnancy when used correctly*\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##end-features##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima is a contraceptive pill taken daily to prevent pregnancy.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima contains a synthetic form of progesterone, called desogestrel and is, therefore, known as a progestogen-only pill (POP) or the €œmini-pill€. Desogestrel pills give women more flexibility as it provides effective protection against pregnancy even if taken up to 12 hours late. Mini pills are\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/contraception\/the-pill-progestogen-only\/\" title=\"NHS The progestogen only pill\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/contraception\/the-pill-progestogen-only\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e99% effective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhen taken perfectly, and around\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/contraception\/the-pill-progestogen-only\/\" title=\"NHS The progestogen only pill\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/contraception\/the-pill-progestogen-only\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e91% effective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith typical use.**\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima is a good option for women who can€™t take the combined pill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIs Lovima safe to take?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima has proven to be an effective and safe contraception. This is why it€™s become one of the first contraceptive pills adult women can buy through pharmacies without the need for a prescription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe€™ll make sure the Lovima pill is safe for you to take. Simply answer a set of questions online when ordering and our pharmacist will review these to make sure Lovima is the right pill for you. A pharmacist may then get in touch with you to make sure you know how to take the pill safely and let you know of any possible side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima is available both online and in-store. You must be over 18 to buy Lovima online at LloydsPharmacy. If you€™re under 18, please visit your local pharmacy, GP or family planning clinic to find out which contraceptive options are available to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Lovima works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima contains desogestrel, and works in the following ways to prevent pregnancy:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrevents ovulation by stopping the egg from being released\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThickens your cervical mucus which makes it difficult for sperm to reach an egg (if one has been released)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat other contraceptive pills are available?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf Lovima isn€™t right for you our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/contraception?\u0026amp;utm_source=LP_\u0026amp;utm_medium=Referral\u0026amp;utm_campaign=LP_Lovima\u0026amp;utm_content=Contraception%20\" title=\"Online Doctor Service\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/onlinedoctor.lloydspharmacy.com\/uk\/contraception?\u0026amp;utm_source=LP_\u0026amp;utm_medium=Referral\u0026amp;utm_campaign=LP_Lovima\u0026amp;utm_content=Contraception%20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOnline Doctor service\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecould help. They offer a range of contraceptive pills. Simply select your contraception, answer a few simple questions. If appropriate, one of the clinicians will approve the prescription and you can have it delivered or pick it up in your local LloydsPharmacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you€™re not sure what you need you can click €˜help me choose contraception€™ and we€™ll recommend you a range of contraceptive options to suit your needs. These recommendations will be based on your preferences, medical history and any side effects you€™ve had in the past when using other contraceptives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures of Lovima 75 microgram film-coated tablets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEffective protection against pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo need for a prescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProgestogen-only pill\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo pill free break in-between packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*Lovima® 75 microgram film-coated tablets Summary of Product Characteristics 2020. 2. Faculty of Sexual \u0026amp; Reproductive Healthcare. FSRH Clinical Guideline: Progestogen-only Pills (March 2015, Amended April 2019) - Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare [Internet]. Fsrh.org. 2019 [cited 3 March 2019]. Available from: https:\/\/www.fsrh.org\/standards-and-guidance\/documents\/cec-ceu-guidance-pop-mar-2015\/\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e**Perfect use is defined by FPA as using the method correctly every time; typical use is when the method is not always followed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-start##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e28 tablets \/ 84 tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWomen of childbearing age\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWarnings and cautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima is suitable for lots of women, but you shouldn€™t take it:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have thrombosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have or have had jaundice or severe liver disease and you have been told that your liver is still not working normally\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have or if you are suspected of having cancer that grows under the influence of sex-steroids, such as certain types of breast, uterine or ovarian cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have any unexplained vaginal bleeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are allergic to desogestrel, peanut, soya or any of the ingredients of this medicine If any of these apply to you, you should speak to your doctor or family planning nurse, as another form of contraception might be more suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTalk to your pharmacist, doctor or family planning nurse before using Lovima:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have ever had breast cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have liver cancer or other liver problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have ever had thrombosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have diabetes\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have high blood pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovima must not be taken with certain medicines. Ensure you talk to your doctor if you are taking any of the following:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntiepileptics\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedicines for TB and HIV\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBosentan for Pulmonary arterial hypertension\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSt John€™s Wort\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertain antibiotics, antifungals and calcium channel blockers\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLots of women might experience bleeding that€™s different to their usual menstrual cycle when they take Lovima. Some women will bleed more, less or might not bleed at all. These changes are likely to settle after a while and isn€™t something to be worried about. But if you€™re concerned, please speak to your GP or a family planning nurse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure you:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo not use Lovima after the expiry date which is stated on the carton label and blister foil\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe active substance could cause an environmental risk to fish. Do not throw away any medicines via waste water or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help to protect the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePossible side effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 women):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMood changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepressed mood\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecreased sexual drive (libido)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeadache\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNausea\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAcne\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreast pain\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIrregular or no periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight increase\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 women):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInfection of the vagina\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDifficulties in wearing contact lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVomiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHair loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePainful periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOvarian cysts\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTiredness\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 women):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSkin conditions such as rash, hives, erythema nodosuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreast secretion or leakage may occur\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou should take one Lovima pill daily, at the same time each day. It€™s very important you try and take it at the exact same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pack will have the days labelled, so you know which one to take each day. Follow the arrows around, until you€™ve finished that pack and can move onto the next. Take each pack back-to-back, without a break, even if you€™re bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe active substance is desogestrel (75 microgram).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe other ingredients are lactose monohydrate, maize starch, povidone K30 (E1201), d-α-Tocopherol (E307), soybean oil, silica, colloidal hydrated (E551), silica, colloidal anhydrous (E551), stearic acid (E570), hypromellose 2910 (E464), polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide (E 171).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-item-end##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##delivery-accordion##\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e##accordion-end##\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lovima","offers":[{"title":"28 tablets","offer_id":52388792009045,"sku":"151823","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"84 tablets","offer_id":52388792041813,"sku":"151824","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/6922\/8373\/files\/4160107.jpg?v=1769689898","url":"https:\/\/kinerelief.com\/products\/lovima-75-microgram-film-coated-tablets","provider":"kinerelief","version":"1.0","type":"link"}