Femodene Contraception
Femodene Contraception - What is Femodene?
Femodene is a combined oral contraceptive pill used to prevent pregnancy and help manage other menstrual symptoms. This birth control pill is over 99% effective, making it a reliable form of contraception. The pill is made up of two synthetic hormones, ethinylestradiol and gestodene. These hormones work together to prevent ovulation, and reduce the chances of sperm from fertilising an egg.
- 100% Free Contraception
- Discreet Packaging
- 100% Free Contraception
- Free Delivery
- Registered UK Pharmacy
- Discreet Packaging
- Free Delivery
How to take Femodene
Femodene need to be taken for 21 consecutive days to remain effective. You need to take 1 pill around the same time each day for 21 days, followed by a 7 day pill free break. During this pill free break, you may experience withdrawal bleeding which is similar to having your period. This bleeding is completely normal and harmless. Once 7 days are complete, you should start a new pack of pills even if the bleeding has not stopped. As long as Femodene is taken correctly and consistently, this can offer a reliable and trusted form of contraception to avoid pregnancy.
What else can Femodene be used for?
As well as being a highly reliable form of contraception, Femodene can also be prescribed to help improve menstrual and hormonal symptoms. When taking the combined oral contraceptive pills, many women find that their periods become lighter and are more regulated. Women who generally experience heavy and painful bleeding may benefit from taking Femodene and this can help ease these symptoms. Femodene can also help ease the symptoms of PMS, including cramping and mood changes.
Are there any side effects?
Like with all medication, Femodene can case side effects, however most women may only experience these temporarily during the first few months of taking the pills. This is usually until the hormones have settled and your body adjusts to taking the pills. Here are some of the more common side effects experienced:
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Breast tenderness
- Mood changes
- Loss or change in libido
- Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
As with all combined hormonal contraceptives, Femodene may not be suitable for everyone. Before prescribing contraception, a healthcare professional will review your medical history and assess whether it is a safe option for you. Combined contraceptive pills are generally not recommended for women over the age of 35 and who smoke, as this could increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, or even heart attack. If you are considering using Femodene as an option, please speak to one of our medical professionals who can give advice and guidance tailored to your individual needs.
How to order Femodene
Femodene can be prescribed by our team of registered UK clinicians. We are dedicated to offer ongoing support and guidance whenever you need it during your contraceptive journey. Whether it’s a simple question or need a bit more advice on Femodene, we are here to helping you feel informed and comfortable from ordering your prescription to beyond. Femodene is delivered directly to your door in plain and discreet packaging to give you privacy and peace of mind from the comfort of your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are an online pharmacy service that offers access to free NHS contraception. It’s easy to request, manage, and receive your contraception at a time that suits you without the hassle of visiting your GP.
Yes. Under the NHS pharmacy contraception Service, your consultation and the treatment provided are completely free; there are no hidden charges or fees for the medication.
The service is available to all those that meet the NHS criteria for the contraception service in England. As part of the online consultation we will ask a few medical questions to assess your eligibility for this service and to make sure the treatment is suitable and safe for you.
We currently supply oral contraceptive pills, including initiation and ongoing treatment; we can also offer emergency oral contraception if appropriate.
No, our qualified prescribing team will assess your suitability and discuss what contraception offers are available after you fill in the short medical questionnaire and issue treatment accordingly.
You’ll complete a short, simple online questionnaire, covering information about your health, lifestyle and medical information. This aids our prescribers in making sure the contraception option selected is suitable for you. This should only take a few minutes to complete.
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
Reference: www.medicines.org.uk