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Roaccutane and contraception

9 replies

agapanthus1979 · 04/02/2018 14:47

Hi,
Several roaccutane threads at the mo, so thought I'd add one!
Started my second course. All ok. I know the need for contraception, But was wondering whether anyone has relied on condoms rather than having to go back on the pill?
Came off the pill about 5 months ago. Was fine on it, but prefer being hormone free. Will go back on if really necessary, but would rather not.
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Ags.

OP posts:
sourpatchkid · 04/02/2018 15:00

Honestly if it's the same as it used to be you'd need to be very certain you would use them properly - a pregnancy on this medication would possibly be heartbreaking

Maybe condoms and ovulation tracking?

christmaspresentaibu · 04/02/2018 15:03

I was told I had to be on a 'heavy duty' contraception like Mirena or the copper coil, but it's worth discussing it with your dermatologist Smile

treaclesoda · 04/02/2018 15:07

When I took Roaccutane they refused to prescribe it unless I signed an agreement promising to take the pill. No other contraception was deemed acceptable. If you couldn't or wouldn't take the pill, they wouldn't prescribe the Roaccutane. I found it frustrating as I didn't want to take the pill.

hauntedhenry · 04/02/2018 15:12

I wouldn't risk it, sorry. I would put up with the pill until you're off the roaccutane. Rubbish, I know. Have you tried dianette? It worked quite well for me.

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agapanthus1979 · 04/02/2018 15:22

It is frustrating.
Been on Dianette before but never again-made me a monster!
Been on Lucette. As I said, was fine on it - if just been enjoying hormone liberation!!
How were you all when you came back off the pill after you finished roaccutane?

OP posts:
KeiraTwiceKnightley · 04/02/2018 15:23

My sister went on it for 2nd time and was able to stay contraceptives free as her husband has had a vasectomy.

Original poster
agapanthus1979 · 04/02/2018 15:28

Might be a little drastic, Keira! Wink

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MyDcAreMarvel · 04/02/2018 15:30

The NHS at least my trust say condoms and the pill.

CantChoose · 04/02/2018 18:10

When I last had it they said LARC (implant, coil or injection) plus condoms.

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