Desogen (Cont.)

When and How to Use Desogen

Some general considerations for when and how to use Desogen include the following:
 
  • Desogen comes in the form of a tablet that is taken by mouth once a day.
     
  • You can take Desogen with food or on an empty stomach. If Desogen bothers your stomach, try taking it with food.
     
  • Each pack of Desogen contains 28 pills. Be sure to take them in order. Once you have finished a pack, start a new pack right away. You will probably start your period during the last seven days of the pack.
     
  • It is very important to take Desogen every day, at the same time each day. Try to pick a time that is easy to remember (such as at bedtime or breakfast). If you have trouble remembering, please talk with your healthcare provider, as missing pills increases your risk of pregnancy.
     
  • Make sure you know exactly what to do if you miss any pills. In some circumstances, you may need to use a backup method of contraception (such as condoms) for a week.
     
  • For the medication to work properly, it must be taken as prescribed.
     

Desogen Dosing Information

There is only one standard dose Desogen, regardless of age, weight, or medical conditions. As always, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
 
(Click Desogen Dosage for more information.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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