Greater Glasgow and Clyde Medicines
Key to symbols The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
7.3.2. Progestogen-only contraceptives

7.3.2.1. Oral progestogen-only contraceptives

Preferred List
DESOGESTREL (tablets)

Prescribing Notes:

Can increase compliance due to a 12-hour administration window.

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Total Formulary
NORIDAY

Prescribing Notes:

Progestogen-only contraceptive containing norethisterone 350 micrograms

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NORGESTON

Prescribing Notes:

Progestogen-only contraceptive containing levonorgestrel 30 micrograms

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