Gederal (ethinylestradiol, desogestrel) is a combined oral contraceptive (COC), a class of medications better known as "the pill". Like the vast majority of COCs, a single tablet is taken once per day for 21 days, followed by a 7-day break during which menstruation occurs. The majority of patients buy Gederal for a highly effective form of birth control.

However, some patients buy Gederal to treat other conditions unrelated to birth control, including:

• Acne
• Ovarian cysts
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Non-cancerous breast tumors
• Ovarian cancer
• Premenstrual symptoms
• Menopausal symptoms

All COCs contain both an estrogen and a progestogen, including Gederal; both of those hormones are what make these pills "combined". All women who have an intact uterus---even if post-menopausal---will want to take both an estrogen and a progestogen, to reduce odds of developing uterine cancer. Women who have had their uterus removed and men taking estrogen supplements do not need to worry about taking a progestogen.

Gederal for Birth Control

As mentioned above, the majority of women buy Gederal for use as birth control. Used as directed it is highly effective, preventing over 99 percent of pregnancies. Taking Gederal as directed means taking a pill every day at around the same time each day, however; in practice there is often the occasional slip-up.

As a general rule a single tablet per month can be missed, provided it is taken before or along with the next scheduled tablet. If unable to be taken with the next tablet or more than a single tablet is missed per month, pregnancy is possible and use of other contraceptives is strongly encouraged. The insert that comes with each package contains detailed instructions regarding missed tablets.

Women who buy Gederal as their first contraceptive should:

• Take the first Gederal tablet on the first day of their period.
• Continue taking a single tablet for 21 days, until the strip is empty.
• After 21 days, do not take any tablets for 7 days. Menstruation should occur during this week.
• After 7 days of no tablets, begin a new strip of 21 Gederal tablets. Do so even if still menstruating.
• Some women may experience slight irregularities regarding menstruation when starting a COC, such as lighter or heavier than usual periods, a missed period, and so forth. This is not concerning unless it persists past the first couple of months.

Patients who buy Gederal to switch from another COC, to switch after use of other contraceptives like patches, injections, or vaginal rings, want to use Gederal following a miscarriage or birth, and other scenarios should speak with a doctor as to the best time to start. The insert included with each package also contains some rough guidelines.

Treating Menopause

Menopausal women with an intact uterus often prefer the convenience of COCs like Gederal, rather than needing to take both an estrogen and progestogen independently. While the progestogen mitigates risk of uterine cancer, the estrogen helps alleviate symptoms of:

• Hot flashes
• Mood swings
• Thinning hair
• Difficulty sleeping
• Night sweats
• Vaginal atrophy
• Other symptoms

In treating menopause, the dosage of estrogen is on the high side compared to use as a contraceptive. Otherwise treatment is usually similar, though a doctor may advise otherwise; always follow doctor instructions.

Women who buy Gederal for menopause should note that treatment should end every 3 to 6 months to see if continued treatment is needed. Hormone replacement therapy is not intended to last for the rest of a woman's life, and the vast majority of women adjust within the first couple of years.

Other Uses

A doctor will sometimes give a patient a prescription to buy Gederal or a similar COC to treat other conditions, from acne to ovarian cancer. All women taking a COC for any reason should be aware that it will prevent pregnancy, and it should not be taken for any reason if pregnant.

For acne treatment is similar to contraceptive use; other conditions can vary widely. For instance, a woman taking Gederal to treat premenstrual symptoms may take tablets for only a few days prior to menstruation. Patients taking this, or any COC, for these uses are advised to find a doctor or organization familiar with using it for a given circumstance and follow their instructions.

Buy Gederal from a Trusted Source

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Clients will need a prescription to buy Gederal. If you don't have one, you're welcome to take advantage of our online doctor services at no additional charge. Simply add the product to your cart, initiate checkout, and answer the questions about your medical history and other medications being taken to see if you qualify.

Patients who already have a prescription to buy Gederal will be given options to transfer it to us after completing checkout.

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