Lancashire and South Cumbria
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7 Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and urinary-tract disorders
07-03-01 Combined hormonal contraceptives

First-line options are monophasic preparations containing 30 micrograms of oestrogen, plus either norethisterone or levonorgestrel.
However, consider the woman's preference, as any combined oral contraceptive (COC) can be offered first-line depending on patient factors and preferences.


Combined Hormonal Contraceptives Evra
Formulary
Link  FSRH: Combined Hormonal Contraception
Link  MHRA: Combined hormonal contraceptives and venous thromboembolism: review confirms risk is small
Link  MHRA: St John’s wort: interaction with hormonal contraceptives, including implants

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Combined Hormonal Contraceptives oral
Formulary
Link  FSRH: Combined Hormonal Contraception
Link  MHRA: Combined hormonal contraceptives and venous thromboembolism: review confirms risk is small
Link  MHRA: St John’s wort: interaction with hormonal contraceptives, including implants

Green View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF