No, the mini pill isn’t suitable for all women. It’s best to take our consultation and discuss with our clinician to find out if it's suitable for you. If it isn't, they’ll discuss other options with you.
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What is the progestin-only birth control pill?
Mini pills (or “progestin-only birth control pills” if you’re into the lingo) are a little different to what you might know as “The Pill.” Generally “The Pill” refers to combined birth control pills that contain two hormones, progestin and estrogen. Progestin-only tablets have just one hormone in them.
What are the advantages of progestin-only pills?
One of the biggest advantages of the mini pill is that it is more suitable to use for some women than the combined pill, because it doesn’t contain any estrogen.
This page was written by The Treated Content Team.
This page was medically reviewed by Dr Alexandra Cristina Cowell on August 29, 2025. Next review due on August 29, 2028.
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Starting when switching from another pill
If you want to switch to a mini-pill from a combined pill, just message your clinician online. They’ll tell you what to do, making the process simple and straightforward.
Likewise, if you’re changing from the skin patch or the vaginal ring, simply message your clinician online.
This page was written by The Treated Content Team.
This page was medically reviewed by Dr Alexandra Cristina Cowell on August 29, 2025. Next review due on August 29, 2028.
How we source info.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy.
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