Rigevidon is a tried and tested contraceptive pill that’s 99% effective when taken as prescribed. It’s also been shown to help manage heavy periods, PCOS and acne. This makes it a great choice if you’re under 35 and looking for an effective contraceptive that can also make periods more regular, lighter and less painful.

Rigeviden contains the active ingredients levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol. These ingredients prevent your ovaries from releasing an egg. This means there’s no egg to be fertilised keeping you protected from pregnancy. Rigeviden also works by increasing the thickness of the cervical fluid around your womb while also thinning the lining inside of it. This prevents sperm entering and fertilising any egg that is released.

Can you get Rigevidon over the counter?

No, Rigevidon is a prescription-only medication (POM). That means you will need a prescription from a doctor before you can get it from a pharmacy.