We have not taken a proper survey of our data (nor is our data a representative sample, since women who encounter difficulties are much more likely to consult with us than women who do not). Cerazette is also more commonly prescribed and available, and we therefore receive more questions about it. Anecdotally, we receive similar reports for Microlut (levonorgestrel) users in the States and Cerazette (desogestrel) users in Israel. However, since these contraceptive formulations are different, a woman may respond better to one than the other.

It may be helpful to you to review the articles on the laws of stains on our site. Also, some women are able to avoid or reduce staining by being careful to take the pill at the same time each day or even to take a half pill every twelve hours (the latter under physician's advice only).

If you are concerned, you may wish to begin looking into alternative contraceptive methods and discussing them with your healthcare provider. You can learn more about various options and their halachic implications in the articles in our site's section "Family Planning".