Progestogen Only Pill: Types

Question 1

Name some second generation POPs:

Answer 1

• Norethisterone (Micronor, Norethisterone)
• Levonorgestrel (Norgeston)
• Ethynodiol diacetate (Femulen)

Question 2

Name the third generation POP.

Answer 2

Desogresterl (Cerazette)

Question 3

How does Cerazette work?

Answer 3

It inhibits ovulation.

Question 4

How does Cerazette differ from second generation POPs with regards to missed pills?

Answer 4

Cerazette can be taken up to 12 hours later rather than 3 hours late (second generation POPs).