Here at DrPillmans, we offer a wide range of combined oral contraceptive pills which are prescribed to suit your needs and requirements. Our team of registered UK clinicians who are here to help support you and offer guidance along the way. Whether this is your first time starting oral contraception or you are continuing with your current contraception, we offer a quick, convenient and a discreet way to access contraception online from the comfort of your home.
Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills (Oestrogen & Progestogen)
The combined oral contraceptive pills are a popular choice for many women around the word due to being highly effective and a reliable form of hormonal. The pills are made up of two hormones called Oestrogen and Progestogen. The main use of these pills is to help prevent unwanted pregnancy; however, they do also offer a range of other health benefits for women. These pills can also be prescribed to help with improving your menstrual cycle with making it more predictable and manageable, as well as also with supporting with other period relating symptoms.
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What are combined oral contraceptive pills and how do they work?
The combined oral contraceptive pills are made up of two hormones, oestrogen and progestogen. This combined formula of hormones helps prevent pregnancy in women by changing the way in which the body responds to conception. These pills stop ovulation and thicken cervical mucus, which makes it more difficult for sperm to reach and fertilise an egg. The pills also change the lining of the womb which prevent implantation from occurring. The combined contraceptive pills are more than 99% effective at preventing pregnancy when taken correctly and on time.
As well as being a highly reliable and effective form of contraception, the combined oral contraceptive pills can offer many other health benefits for women which include:
- Regulating the menstrual cycle
- Reducing heavy periods
- Support with managing painful periods
- Improvement in skin related issues such as acne
- Helping with PCOS and PMS symptoms
How can combined oral contraceptives help you?
Are combined contraceptive pills right for you?
Combined oral contraceptive pills are suitable for most women; however, they may not be the right form of contraception for everyone. The combined pills are not recommended for women who are over the age of 35 and those who smoke. They are also not suitable if you have a history of blood clots, high blood pressure and experience migraines with aura. If you do suffer from certain medical conditions, we can discuss alternative contraception to suit your needs. We can help assess your needs and see whether oestrogen based contraception is suitable for you.
How to order combined oral contraceptive pills online
At DrPillmans, accessing a wide range of contraception has been make simple and convenient for all women in the UK. Our online consultation process makes it easy for you to request treatment from the comfort of your home. Once approve by our registered UK clinicians, your medication will be dispatched discreetly and delivered straight to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Combined hormonal contraception contains two hormones: an oestrogen and a progestogen. It includes the combined pill, contraceptive patch and vaginal ring. These methods are used to help prevent pregnancy.
Combined hormonal contraception mainly works by stopping ovulation. It also thickens cervical mucus, making it harder for sperm to reach an egg, and changes the womb lining so pregnancy is less likely.
The combined pill is a daily contraceptive tablet. Most packs are taken for 21 days followed by a 7-day break, although some brands have different schedules, such as 24 active tablets and 4 inactive tablets. Always follow the instructions for your specific pill.
Not always. Some combined pills are designed with a 7-day break, while others are taken continuously with inactive tablets. Some people may also be advised to use tailored or extended-cycle regimens. You should follow the advice given by your clinician and the patient leaflet for your brand.
If started at the right time in your cycle, it may work straight away. If started at another time, you may need condoms or avoid sex for 7 days. A clinician will advise based on your period dates, pregnancy risk and previous contraception.
Combined hormonal contraception is not suitable for everyone. It may not be recommended for some people with a history of blood clots, stroke, certain migraines, uncontrolled high blood pressure, some heart conditions, some cancers, significant liver disease, or for some smokers aged 35 or over.
A clinician may need to check your medical history, current medication, blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, smoking status, migraine history and any personal or family history of blood clots.
Some people experience nausea, headaches, breast tenderness, mood changes or bleeding between periods, especially in the first few months. The combined pill can also increase blood pressure in a small number of people.
Serious risks are uncommon, but combined hormonal contraception can slightly increase the risk of blood clots. You should seek urgent medical help if you develop chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing blood, sudden severe headache, weakness, vision changes, or painful swelling in one leg.
No. It helps prevent pregnancy but does not protect against sexually transmitted infections. Condoms are recommended for STI protection.
Eligible patients can complete an online consultation with Dr Pillmans. The request will be reviewed for suitability before any supply is made. If combined contraception is not suitable, a clinician may discuss other options.
Written by Imran Lakhi
Independent Prescribing Pharmacist GPHC 2060586
Reviewed by date: 21/05/2026
Reviewed by Muhammedammar Patel
Pharmacist GPHC 2210444
Reviewed by date: 21/05/2026