What is the hana contraceptive pill?

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Say hello to Hana, a contraceptive pill that is available in the UK
without prescription

There’s a big idea behind one little pill. At Hana, we believe that access to contraception should be convenient.
That’s why part of our mission is to give you all the information you need to feel empowered by your choice of contraception. In this article you can find out all about Hana, if you have any further questions you should consult a pharmacist or healthcare professional. If you would like to choose Hana as your contraception, you will then need to complete a consultation either with a pharmacist or online to check if Hana is suitable for you.

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hana package

No other contraceptive pill is
more effective*

Hana is a progestogen only pill (also known as a PoP or the mini pill), and contains the ingredient desogestrel. You take Hana every day, at the same time, with no break between packs. When used correctly, Hana is over 99% effective.

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Part of our mission is to give you all the information you need to feel empowered by your
choice of contraception

If there’s anything else you need to know about your pill, talk to your pharmacist. If you would like to choose Hana, a pharmacist will ask you some questions to check Hana is suitable for you. Let’s consider some of the most frequently asked questions about Hana:

What is Desogestrel?
Where can I get Hana?
How do I take Hana?
Who can use Hana?
Who can’t use Hana?
What should I do if I miss a pill?
Vomiting & diarrhea
What should I do if I think I’m pregnant while I’m using Hana?
What can make Hana less effective?
What are the potential side effects of Hana?
What effect will Hana have on my period?
What about if I want to stop using Hana?
GOT A QUESTION?

Use the hashtag #AskHana or email us at Hana-uk@hra-pharma.com

So there’s just about everything you need to know about Hana, now available
without prescription

If you’ve got any more questions, you should speak to a pharmacist who
will be best placed to advise you about whether Hana is suitable for you.

To read the full package leaflet, click here.

*Verify at Hana.co.uk/verify

**Deborah Evans does not endorse any pharmaceutical brands or products.

***verify at ellaOne.co.uk/verify