Sunya is a combined hormonal contraceptive pill. If taken correctly, there’s less than a 1% chance that you’ll get pregnant.
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Sunya is what’s known as a ‘monophasic’ pill, which means that each pill in a strip has the same amount of hormones in it. It’s also sometimes referred to as a ‘21-day pill’, because you take one pill every day for 21 days (and then have a 7-day pill-free break).
How does Sunya work?
Like other combined pills, Sunya takes a tri-pronged approach to stopping pregnancy (it does three things).
The two hormones in it stop your ovaries from releasing an egg (ovulating) to protect you from pregnancy.
The mucus in the neck of the womb is also made thicker. This makes it harder for sperm to travel to and fertilise an egg.
And while the mucus in the cervix gets thicker, the lining of the uterus is made thinner. The uterine lining thickens naturally as your cycle progresses, and then breaks down when you have your period. But by keeping it thin, the combined pill makes it trickier for an egg to latch on to the uterine lining and develop.
When the uterine lining is thinner, it normally makes your periods lighter, and less sore too.
How effective is Sunya?
Very. If you take it correctly, it’s over 99% effective. To break this down: for every 100 women that take Sunya over a 12 month period perfectly, less than one will get pregnant.
If you make mistakes when you take it or if you miss pills here and there, it’s not quite as effective: around 91%. So around nine women in every 100 will get pregnant over the course of a year. So it’s very important that you take it as instructed in the leaflet that comes with your pill.
SunyaEthinylestradiol/Gestodene
How to take Sunya
If you start taking Sunya on the first day of your period, you’ll get immediate protection from pregnancy. You can also start to take it on days 2-5 of your cycle, but you’ll need to use additional contraception such as condoms for the first seven days.
Take one pill every day for 21 days at the same time. You can take Sunya either with or without food. Whichever you prefer.
Next to each pill is printed the day of the week. If you start taking Sunya on a Wednesday for example, take the pill with ‘Wednesday’ printed next to it. Follow the direction of the arrow on the strip until you’ve taken all 21 pills.
Once you’ve taken all 21 pills, take a 7-day, ‘pill-free’ break. Over this 7-day break, you should experience a bleed. On the ‘eighth’ day (that is, the day after your 7-day break), start a new strip, even if you’re still bleeding. This should mean that you start a new strip on the same day of the week each time.
What do I do if I forget to take a pill?
If you forget to take one pill during week 1 of your cycle, take the pill you missed as soon as you remember, even if this means having to take two pills at the same time. Take any pills that follow at the usual time and use extra contraception such as condoms for the next seven days. If you had sex during the week before you missed a pill, or if you forget to start a new strip on time after the 7-day pill-free break, you could be pregnant. Let our clinician know and they can advise you.
Should you forget to take one pill during week 2 of your period, take the pill you forgot as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two pills at the same time. Take any pills that follow as you would normally. Your protection from pregnancy should not be affected, and you don’t need to use any additional contraception.
If you forget to take one pill in week 3 of your cycle, you can do one of two things.
Take the pill that you forgot as soon as you remember, even if it means taking two pills at the same time. Take any pills that follow at the usual time, but rather than take a 7-day pill-free break, move straight on to your next strip. It’s likely that you’ll get a withdrawal bleed at the end of the second strip, and you may also experience some spotting or breakthrough bleeding.
Alternatively, you can stop the strip and take a 7-day, pill-free break, making a note of the day on which you forgot to take your pill. If you’d prefer to start a new strip on a certain day of the week, make the pill-free period less than seven days.
Either of these two methods should protect you from getting pregnant.
If you have forgotten any pills in a strip, and you don’t experience any bleeding during the first 7-day pill-free break, you may be pregnant. Send a message to our prescriber using your Treated account and they can advise you from there.
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SunyaEthinylestradiol/Gestodene
SunyaEthinylestradiol/Gestodene
FAQ: Sunya
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Why is Sunya sometimes called Sunya 20/75?
Answer:
‘Sunya 20/75’ is just Sunya. The ‘20/75’ digits just refer to the dosage of hormones that are in the pill: 20 micrograms of ethinylestradiol (which is a type of oestrogen) and 75 micrograms of gestodene (which is a type of progesterone).
Does Sunya cause weight gain?
Answer:
There’s no real evidence that the combined pill triggers any considerable weight gain (or weight loss) in women.
The combined pill may increase the amount of fluid that your body retains to begin with, and this may cause you to put on a bit of weight, but it isn’t much, and it shouldn’t last longer than a few months.
If you experience any fluctuations in your weight whilst taking Sunya, get in touch with our clinician. They may be able to help with this.
Can I delay my period with Sunya?
Answer:
You can, but it’s not what Sunya is primarily prescribed for, so you should speak to our clinician before you do it.
To delay your period, start a new strip of pills immediately after you’ve finished the previous strip. So don’t take a 7-day break between strips. You may get some spotting (drops or flecks of blood) or some breakthrough bleeding when you’re using the second strip. At the end of the second strip, take your 7-day pill-free break as normal, and then start the next strip as you usually would.
Can Sunya help with acne?
Answer:
For some women, yes. But the combined pill is prescribed as a contraceptive first and foremost, so if you want to use it for acne, you should discuss this with our prescriber during your consultation.
Can you get mood swings with the pill?
Answer:
Some women have reported experiencing depression and low mood when taking combined contraceptive pills.
If you experience any symptoms of depression or low mood with the Sunya pill, let our clinician know. They may advise you to try a different pill.
Do I need a prescription for Sunya?
Answer:
Yes. Sunya is a prescription-only pill, so it’s not available over the counter. Hormonal contraceptive pills aren’t suitable for all women, which means that you’ll need to have a consultation with a prescriber to assess if Sunya is safe for you to take.
What’s the difference between Sunya and Millinette?
Answer:
The only real differences between Sunya and Millinette are the packaging that the pills come in and the appearance of the pill itself. This is because they’re made by different companies.
Both pills contain the same hormones, which work in the same way in the body, but Sunya is only available in a 20/75 dose, whereas Millinette is available in an additional 30/75 dose. So if you’re less sensitive to oestrogen, or less prone to its side effects, the 30/75 dose of Millinette may be a good option for you.
Are Sunya and Femodette the same?
Answer:
They’re not quite the same, but they are very similar. Both pills have the same combination of hormones in them, and the same dosages of those hormones too, which perform the same role in the body. But Femodette is made by a different manufacturer, so the packaging and the pill itself may not look the same. Femodette is also a little pricier.
If I want to switch from Sunya to a different pill, what should I do?
Answer:
With a Treated subscription? Easy. You can switch whenever you want.
Just log into your account and drop our clinician a message. They’ll take any side effects or symptoms you may be getting into consideration, and recommend other combined pills which may suit you better.
Is Sunya suitable for everyone?
Answer:
Sunya is not suitable for women who have particular health conditions. You should make our clinician or pharmacy prescriber aware of any existing illnesses or allergies during your consultation. They may suggest that you try a different pill if Sunya isn’t an appropriate option for you.
Why should I buy Sunya with Treated?
Answer:
At Treated, we want to make getting contraception easy for you. That means taking a consultation at a time that suits you, having your case reviewed remotely, and getting a medical professional to give you personalised treatment options.
You get to choose from the suggestions, set your delivery schedule, and receive your pill from our UK pharmacy in one working day. You can also choose to get repeat deliveries for as long as you need them. And you can change, pause or cancel your subscription any time.
That’s not all.
We know aftercare is vital. As you are taking treatment, our prescribers will get in touch with you to know if everything’s on the right track. If you have anything that you would like to discuss or aren’t happy about, just let them know. They’ll help you out.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any questions or concerns about your health, please talk to a doctor.
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