Mircette
Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
Desogestrel with ethinylestradiol tablets for contraception, a combined pill acting through ovulation inhibition and a thicker cervical barrier.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.15/0.02mg | 21 tablets | US$33.99 | US$1.62 |
| 0.15/0.02mg | 42 tablets | US$60.48 | US$1.44 |
| 0.15/0.02mg | 84 tablets | US$95.76 | US$1.14 |
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredients
- Desogestrel · Ethinylestradiol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 0.15/0.02mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Mircette on your behalf.
- Condition
- Contraception
- Alternative names
- Mercilon; Gedarel; Desogen
- Therapeutic class
- Combined Oral Contraceptive
- Pharmacological class
- Oestrogen and Progestogen
- Precautions and warnings
- increased risk of thrombosis; hypertension management; smoking status assessment
- Minor side effects
- spotting; nausea; headache; breast discomfort
- Moderate side effects
- weight fluctuation; mood disturbance; libido decrease; skin changes
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Organon
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- St. John's Wort; Phenobarbital; Phenytoin
- Age restrictions
- Adult women of reproductive age.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
venous thromboembolism; history of deep vein thrombosis; cerebrovascular disease; severe headache; breast cancer
Serious side effects
thrombosis, requires immediate medical attention; stroke, requires immediate medical attention; cardiovascular events, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Desogestrel with ethinylestradiol tablets for contraception, a combined pill acting through ovulation inhibition and a thicker cervical barrier.
Mechanism of action
Combines a progestogen and an oestrogen to provide contraceptive protection through ovulation inhibition and by changing cervical mucus and the endometrium to discourage sperm passage and implantation.
Mircette is a well-known brand of desogestrel and ethinylestradiol, a combination medication used for contraception. Other common brand names for this hormonal combination include Mercilon, Gedarel and Desogen. This medication is supplied as a tablet, typically available in the 0.15/0.02mg strength.
Buying Mircette online
Generic desogestrel and ethinylestradiol, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand.
FAQ
What does Mircette treat?
Mircette contains desogestrel and ethinylestradiol, used for contraception. Mircette combines a progestogen and an oestrogen to provide contraceptive protection through ovulation inhibition and by changing cervical mucus and the endometrium to discourage sperm passage and implantation.
Is Mircette the original brand?
Yes, Mircette is the originator brand name, made by Organon. VGR Australia uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredients (desogestrel and ethinylestradiol) at the same doses, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Mircette priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Mircette comes in a 0.15/0.02mg strength, in packs of 21 to 84 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What other names is Mircette sold under?
Other brands of desogestrel and ethinylestradiol include Mercilon, Gedarel and Desogen.
How quickly does Mircette work?
Desogestrel and ethinylestradiol usually start to work within 1 to 2 weeks. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Mircette have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of desogestrel and ethinylestradiol are spotting, nausea, headache and breast discomfort. Less common ones include weight fluctuation, mood disturbance, libido decrease and skin changes. Serious but less common side effects include thrombosis, stroke and cardiovascular events, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Mircette interact with?
Desogestrel and ethinylestradiol can interact with St John's wort, phenobarbital and phenytoin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Mircette.
Can I order Mircette online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order Mircette. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Mircette delivered in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Mircette is the originator brand name, made by Organon. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Organon and do not ship the original Mircette.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Desogestrel / Ethinylestradiol) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.