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This collection covers contraceptive pills, fertility treatment, menopause hormone therapy and other gynaecological medicines for reproductive health, including recognisable names such as Levlen, Yaz, Clomid and Diane 35.

Levlen

Levonorgestrel, Ethinylestradiol

0.03/0.15mg

A levonorgestrel and ethinylestradiol pill for contraception. It stops ovulation and thickens cervical mucus, creating a double barrier.

From$0.88/ tabletView

Yaz

Ethinylestradiol, Drospirenone

0.02mg + 3mg

Ethinylestradiol and drospirenone tablets for contraception and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. They prevent ovulation by altering hormone levels.

From$1.90/ tabletView

Clomid

Clomifene

25mg · 50mg · 100mg

Clomifene tablets for female infertility. It stimulates ovulation by triggering hormone release from the pituitary gland, so regular monitoring is needed.

From$0.34/ tabletView

Female Viagra

Sildenafil

50mg · 100mg

Sildenafil tablets for female sexual arousal disorder. It increases pelvic blood flow to support physical arousal.

From$0.52/ tabletView

Nolvadex

Tamoxifen

10mg · 20mg

Tamoxifen tablets for breast cancer. It blocks oestrogen from attaching to hormone-sensitive breast cancer cells.

From$0.67/ tabletView

Flagyl Er

Metronidazole

200mg · 400mg

Metronidazole extended-release tablets for bacterial vaginosis. The slow-release form keeps the medicine working steadily.

From$0.46/ tabletView

Provera

Medroxyprogesterone Acetate

2.5mg · 5mg · 10mg

Medroxyprogesterone acetate tablets for missed periods and irregular bleeding. They are a synthetic progesterone that stabilises the uterine lining.

From$0.43/ tabletView

Estrace

Estradiol

1mg · 2mg

Estradiol tablets for menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes and vaginal dryness. They replace the oestrogen that falls after menopause.

From$1.45/ tabletView

Progesterone Capsules

Progesterone

200mg

Progesterone capsules for missed periods and endometrial hyperplasia. They deliver the same hormone the body makes, helping to regulate the menstrual cycle.

From$0.69/ capsuleView

Bimat

Bimatoprost

0.3mg

Bimatoprost eye drops for glaucoma and ocular hypertension. They increase fluid drainage from the eye to lower pressure.

From$39.90/ bottleView

Desogen

Desogestrel, Ethinylestradiol

0.15mg + 0.03mg

A desogestrel and ethinylestradiol tablet for contraception and acne. It prevents ovulation and thickens cervical mucus to stop sperm from reaching the egg.

From$1.03/ tabletView

Mircette

Desogestrel, Ethinylestradiol

0.03mg + 0.15mg

Desogestrel and ethinylestradiol tablets for contraception. It prevents ovulation and thickens cervical mucus as a back-up.

From$4.18/ tabletView

Dostinex

Cabergoline

0.25mg · 0.5mg

Cabergoline tablets for high prolactin levels. It lowers prolactin by mimicking a natural brain chemical.

From$2.59/ tabletView

Duphaston

Dydrogesterone

10mg

Dydrogesterone tablets for progesterone deficiency and endometriosis. It mimics the body's own progesterone to regulate the womb lining.

From$4.00/ tabletView

Tibofem

Tibolone

2.5mg

Tibolone tablets for menopausal hot flushes and bone thinning after menopause. It acts like oestrogen in some tissues.

From$2.79/ tabletView

Aygestin

Norethindrone Acetate

5mg

Norethindrone acetate tablets for endometriosis and secondary amenorrhoea. It changes the lining of the womb so it does not grow abnormally.

From$1.17/ tabletView

Conjubrook

Conjugated Oestrogens

0.625mg

Conjugated oestrogens for menopausal hot flushes and vaginal dryness. They replace the natural hormone that falls after the menopause.

From$5.04/ tabletView

Estriol Topical

Estriol

1g

Estriol cream for vaginal dryness and discomfort during sex. It works locally in the vagina, so very little reaches the bloodstream.

From$22.20/ tubeView

Danazol Tablets

Danazol

50mg · 100mg · 200mg

Danazol tablets for endometriosis and fibrocystic breast disease. They lower the hormone output that makes these conditions worse.

From$2.85/ tabletView

Ponstel

Mefenamic Acid

250mg · 500mg

Mefenamic acid tablets for acute pain and period cramps. It is often reserved for when standard painkillers have not been enough for period pain.

From$0.59/ tabletView

Diclegis

Doxylamine, Pyridoxine

10mg + 10mg

A doxylamine and pyridoxine tablet for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It combines an antihistamine with vitamin B6 to stabilise stomach signalling.

From$1.39/ tabletView

Betahistine Tablets

Betahistine

8mg · 16mg · 24mg

Betahistine tablets for Meniere's disease and vertigo. It increases blood flow in the inner ear, which may help with dizziness and balance.

From$1.06/ tabletView

Lomexin

Fenticonazole

600mg

Fenticonazole vaginal capsules for vaginal thrush. This capsule is a single-dose treatment.

From$14.65/ suppositoryView

Secnidazole Tablets

Secnidazole

1g

Secnidazole tablets for bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. It damages the DNA of the microbes causing the infection.

From$8.49/ tabletView

Podowart

Podophyllum Resin, Benzoin, Aloe Vera

10ml

Podophyllum resin and benzoin solution for external genital warts. It is painted only on the wart, not the surrounding skin, and causes the tissue to dry out.

From$50.20/ bottleView

Enclomisign

Enclomiphene

50mg

Enclomiphene tablets for low testosterone due to secondary hypogonadism. They stimulate the body's own testosterone production.

From$1.83/ tabletView

Alkeran

Melphalan

2mg

Melphalan tablets for multiple myeloma and ovarian carcinoma. As an alkylating agent, it damages the DNA of cancer cells to stop them dividing.

From$4.56/ tabletView

Altraz

Anastrozole

1mg

Anastrozole tablets for breast cancer. It blocks the aromatase enzyme, cutting off the oestrogen supply that certain tumours depend on.

From$3.92/ tabletView

Zocitab

Capecitabine

500mg

Capecitabine tablets for metastatic breast and colorectal cancer. The body converts it into the active chemotherapy agent inside the tumour.

From$13.62/ tabletView

Zyhcg

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

5000iu

Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) for ovulation induction and hypogonadism. It mimics luteinising hormone to trigger ovulation in women and testosterone in men.

From$47.90/ vialView

Cyklokapron

Tranexamic Acid

500mg

Tranexamic acid tablets for heavy menstrual bleeding and bleeding disorders. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots, helping bleeding to stop.

From$2.28/ tabletView

Fortical

Calcitonin Salmon

200iu

Calcitonin salmon nasal spray for postmenopausal osteoporosis. It is a synthetic version of a hormone that slows bone breakdown.

From$191.25/ sprayView

Key points

  • Fertility investigations look at both partners together, checking the factors that affect the chance of conceiving.
  • Heavy or abnormal bleeding is assessed by its pattern and impact on daily life, alongside any underlying cause, rather than blood volume alone.
  • Menopause symptoms reach beyond hot flushes, and can include genitourinary, mood, sexual and joint or muscle changes.

Contraceptive pills and hormone therapy

Levlen, Yaz and Diane 35 are combined pills that pair Ethinylestradiol with a second hormone for Contraception; Diane 35 also carries an antiandrogen action from Cyproterone Acetate, used for acne and hirsutism as well as contraception. Clomid is listed for female infertility, and Female Viagra is listed for female sexual arousal disorder, so both sit in this range without belonging to the contraceptive pill group. Provera, progesterone capsules, Duphaston, Aygestin and danazol are listed for amenorrhoea, abnormal bleeding or endometriosis, while Estrace, Tibofem, Conjubrook and Estriol Topical are listed for menopause and postmenopausal symptoms instead.

Infections, pregnancy and cancer support

Flagyl ER, Lomexin and Secnidazole Tablets are listed for bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis or trichomoniasis. Diclegis is listed for pregnancy-related nausea and vomiting. Nolvadex and Tamoxifen tablets both contain tamoxifen and are listed for breast cancer support, sitting apart from the reproductive and hormonal groups above.

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