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Isibloom

Generic
Used for Birth Control
Used for Birth Control

Isibloom is a birth control pill that's used to prevent pregnancy. It's a monophasic combined oral contraceptive (COC). Isibloom comes in blister packs of 28 tablets. Each of the 21 active combination pills has two hormones in it: desogestrel (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). The other 7 pills are inactive with no hormones. The usual dosage is 1 tablet by mouth once every day. Possible side effects include nausea, breast tenderness, and headaches.

Isibloom is a generic of the discontinued brand name Desogen. Other generics include Apri, Enskyce, Kalliga, Juleber, and Reclipsen.

Last reviewed on March 11, 2025
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What is Isibloom?

What is Isibloom used for?

How Isibloom works

Isibloom is a combined contraceptive that contains two hormones: desogestrel (a progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (an estrogen). The hormones work together to prevent pregnancy in a few ways.

  • It stops ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary).

  • It changes cervical mucus to block sperm from moving through.

  • It changes the lining of the uterus (womb) to create an unfriendly environment for the fertilized egg.

When does Isibloom start working?
Time passed since treatment started:
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Initial effect
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Drug Facts

Common BrandsIsibloom
Drug ClassEstrogen / Progestin combined contraceptive
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusLower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only

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What are the side effects of Isibloom?

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach cramps
  • Bloating
  • Spotting or breakthrough bleeding
  • Change in menstrual flow
  • Breast tenderness
  • Change in weight (up or down)
  • Headache

Other Side Effects

  • Spotty darkening of skin
  • Having trouble wearing contact lenses
  • Change in sex drive
  • Acne
  • Change in appetite
  • Higher blood pressure
  • Depression
  • Yeast infection

Serious Side Effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
  • Heart attack: chest pain, stomach discomfort, sweating, nausea, dizziness
  • Stroke: sudden numbness or weakness in one arm or leg, numbness or weakness on one side of the face, severe headache, confusion, trouble seeing, trouble walking
  • Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the leg): leg cramp, swelling, or pain; muscle tightness
  • Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung): cough, chest pain, trouble breathing, racing heart
  • Serious liver problems: yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes, tiredness, stomach pain
When do Isibloom possible side effects begin and end?
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Nausea
Stomach cramps
Headache
Breast tenderness
Changes in menstrual bleeding

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The following side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Blood clot—pain, swelling, or warmth in the leg, shortness of breath, chest pain
  • Gallbladder problems—severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever
  • Increase in blood pressure
  • Liver injury—right upper belly pain, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stool, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing skin or eyes, unusual weakness or fatigue
  • New or worsening migraines or headaches
  • Stroke—sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, trouble speaking, confusion, trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination, dizziness, severe headache, change in vision
  • Unusual vaginal discharge, itching, or odor
  • Worsening mood, feelings of depression

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Breast pain or tenderness
  • Dark patches of skin on the face or other sun-exposed areas
  • Irregular menstrual cycles or spotting
  • Nausea
  • Weight gain
pros-and-cons

Pros and cons of Isibloom

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Pros

Taken once a day

Works well to prevent pregnancy (more than 90% successful at preventing pregnancy with typical use)

Blister packs have directions written on them for easy use

Can make your menstrual cycle more regular

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Cons

Must take the pill at the same time every day for it to work the best it can to prevent pregnancy

Can cause side effects like nausea, headaches, and breakthrough bleeding

Not a good option for people with liver problems

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Pharmacist tips for Isibloom

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  • Take Isibloom at the same time every day. Making it a part of your everyday routine or setting an alarm can help you remember to take it. Forgetting to take the pill raises your chance of getting pregnant. If you miss a dose, look at the instructions that came with your prescription or call your prescriber to ask what to do.

    • You can have an upset stomach or spotting (light bleeding outside of your period) when you start Isibloom. These side effects should get better over time. But if they don't, talk to a healthcare professional (HCP).

      • If you've been taking Isibloom as instructed and you've missed two periods in a row or feel like you might be pregnant, call a healthcare professional. You might also want to take a pregnancy test, especially if you've had sex recently. Birth control pills don't usually raise the risk of birth defects if taken early in pregnancy. But you won't need to take birth control anymore once you're pregnant.

        • If you're breastfeeding, ask your HCP about other birth control options.Isibloom isn't recommended while breastfeeding. It can lower the amount of breast milk you make.

          • After you stop taking Isibloom, it might take a little time before you can get pregnant. It's recommended to wait until you have regular menstrual cycles again after stopping Isibloom before you try to get pregnant. If you want to stop taking Isibloom and become pregnant, talk to your prescriber.

            • If you're prescribed Isibloom, the medication is only meant for you. Don't share it with anyone who wants to take birth control. Other people should talk to their own HCP to make sure they take a safe birth control option.

              How to start Isibloom:

              • There are two common ways to start Isibloom: the Day 1 Start and the Sunday Start. For both ways, start with the first active pill of the pack. Talk to your HCP about which way is best for you to start Isibloom.

                • For the Day 1 Start: Begin taking Isibloom during the first 24 hours of your period. You don't need to use a back-up method of birth control if you have sex.

                  • For the Sunday Start method: Begin taking Isibloom on the Sunday after your period starts (even if you're still bleeding). For this method, use another form of birth control (e.g., condom, spermicide) along with Isibloom if you have sex during the first 7 days.

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                    Frequently asked questions about Isibloom

                    Is Isibloom a low-dose birth control?
                    No. Isibloom isn't considered a low-dose estrogen birth control pill. "Low-dose" birth control pills contain 20 mcg of ethinyl estradiol (estrogen) or less. But Isibloom has 30 mcg of estrogen in each active pill.
                    Is Isibloom a good birth control?
                    Isibloom works well at preventing pregnancy when taken as instructed. It's around 93% effective at preventing pregnancy with typical use, since people can sometimes forget to take their pill every now and then. To help make sure it works the best it can, take Isibloom at the same time every day. Missing pills can make it work less well at preventing pregnancy. Certain medications can also affect how well Isibloom works. So tell your prescriber about all the medications you're taking. Talk to your prescriber if you need help finding a birth control option that works best for you.
                    Does Isibloom cause weight gain?
                    Weight gain is a possible side effect from taking birth control pills like Isibloom. Based on clinical studies, it's not clear if the weight gain is due to taking Isibloom or other factors. In general, people who take birth control pills are more likely to have weight gain from water retention rather than more body fat. If you're concerned about any weight changes, speak with your healthcare professional.
                    Does Isibloom stop periods?
                    Isibloom doesn't usually stop menstrual periods. It's common to have withdrawal bleeding, which looks like a period, when you're taking the inactive tablets in your pack. But some people might not get their period at all or might have irregular periods while taking Isibloom. Tell your prescriber if you miss your period while taking this birth control pill. They can help figure out if it's a side effect of Isibloom, if it's a sign that you're pregnant, or if it's because of another reason.
                    Is Isibloom a combination pill?
                    Yes, Isibloom is a combination birth control pill. It contains two hormones, desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol. These hormones work together to prevent pregnancy.
                    Is Isibloom the same as Apri?
                    Isibloom is very similar to Apri. They're both birth control pills that come in 28-day packs. They both have 21 active tablets that contain the same amount of hormones as each other (0.15 mg desogestrel and 30 mcg ethinyl estradiol). And they also have 7 inactive (placebo) tablets. Isibloom and Apri are taken the same way to prevent pregnancy. But they're two different branded generics of the same birth control. So the tablets might look different. Talk to a healthcare professional to learn more about Isibloom and Isibloom.
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                    What are the risks and warnings for Isibloom?

                    Isibloom can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.

                    risk-warning

                    Cigarette smoking and the risk for serious heart problems

                    • Risk factors: Over 35 years old and smoke cigarettes

                      If you smoke cigarettes, using combined oral contraceptives (COCs) like Isibloom raises your risk of serious health problems. These include strokes, heart attacks, and blood clots. People 35 years and older who smoke are at even higher risk. It's also even higher with the more cigarettes smoked. If you smoke, talk to your healthcare professional (HCP) about safer birth control options.

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                      Risk for blood clots and related complications (e.g., heart attack, stroke)

                      • Risk factors: Over 35 years old and smoke | Over 40 years old who don't smoke | Recent surgery with a long period of bedrest | Starting Isibloom less than a month after childbirth | People identified as obese | High blood pressure | High cholesterol | Diabetes | Higher dose of estrogen

                        Isibloom raises your risk of blood clots, though the overall risk is quite low. These clots can occur anywhere in your body. This can include your legs (a deep vein thrombosis or DVT) or lungs (a pulmonary embolism or PE). Clots can also happen near the brain (raising your risk for a stroke) or heart (raising your risk for a heart attack).

                        Get emergency help right away if you have any signs of a blood clot or its complications.

                        • Brain (stroke): weakness or numbness on one side of the body, weakness or numbness on one side of the face, trouble speaking, blurred vision, dizziness, loss of balance, trouble walking, or confusion

                          • Eyes: trouble seeing, bulging eye, double vision, or vision loss

                            • Heart (heart attack): chest pain, sweating, nausea, or dizziness

                              • Lungs (PE): trouble breathing, chest pain, or cough

                                • Legs (DVT): cramps, swelling, pain, or muscle tightness

                                  If you have a surgery planned, tell your HCP that you're taking Isibloom well beforehand. They might tell you to stop Isibloom 4 weeks before until 2 weeks after your surgery. This helps lower your risk of blood clots.

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                                  Risk of breast and cervical cancer

                                  • Risk factors: History of breast cancer | Taking COCs for a long time

                                    Study results are mixed, but there's a possibility that Isibloom and other COCs can raise your risk for breast and cervical cancer.

                                    Don't take Isibloom if you have breast cancer. Some types of breast cancer grow faster when there's estrogen around. Estrogen is one of the hormones in this birth control pill.

                                    To help with early breast cancer detection, you can do monthly breast self-checks at home and yearly breast exams with your HCP. Call your HCP if you notice any abnormal changes or feel lumps, pain, or swelling in your breasts.

                                    Also get medical help right away if you have abnormal vaginal bleeding, discharge, or pain during sex. These could be signs of cervical cancer.

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                                    Liver problems

                                    • Risk factors: History of liver problems | Taking certain hepatitis C combination medications

                                      Don't take Isibloom if you have liver problems. Although rare, COCs like Isibloom can raise the risk of liver problems, like liver damage or benign liver tumors. This risk was higher with older COCs that had a higher estrogen dose (up to 50 mcg). The risk isn't as high with Isibloom because it contains 30 mcg of estrogen.

                                      To be safe, it's important to still know about this risk. Call your HCP right away if you have tiredness, stomach pain, loss of appetite, or yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes. These can be signs of liver problems.

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                                      High blood sugar, high cholesterol levels, and high triglyceride levels

                                      • Risk factors: Prediabetes or diabetes | Personal or family history of high triglycerides

                                        COCs like Isibloom might raise your blood sugar levels. If you have prediabetes or diabetes, the risk that your blood sugar can go up is higher. This is because COCs make it harder for your body to break down sugar. Tell your HCP if you have any changes in your blood sugar.

                                        Some people who take COCs also might have higher cholesterol levels and triglyceride (fat) levels. In particular, high triglyceride levels might lead to a higher risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).

                                        Talk to your HCP if you have a history of high blood sugar or high cholesterol. They can make sure Isibloom is safe for you. Be sure to get any blood work done so your HCP can monitor any changes.

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                                        High blood pressure

                                        • Risk factors: High blood pressure | Older age | Using COCs for a long time | Kidney problems

                                          Isibloom and other COCs can raise your blood pressure. The risk might be higher as you get older and as you use COCs over a long time.

                                          Your HCP might ask you to check your blood pressure regularly. Call your HCP if your blood pressure is higher than usual while you're taking this medication. They can help manage your blood pressure or find other birth control options for you. If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, Isibloom might not be the best option for you.

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                                          Headache

                                          Headaches are a common side effect of COCs like Isibloom. But if you have a new migraine, a migraine that's worse than normal, a new headache that keeps coming back, or a new headache that's severe, call your HCP so you can be checked out.

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                                          Irregular bleeding

                                          Breakthrough bleeding and spotting are common side effects of hormonal birth control pills such as Isibloom. It's more likely to happen during the first 3 months of using Isibloom. Tell your prescriber if you have any vaginal bleeding outside of your period. Also let them know if your period has stopped completely. There are other reasons for irregular bleeding besides your birth control pills that your HCP can check out.

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                                          Depression

                                          • Risk factors: History of depression

                                            Let your care team know if you have symptoms of depression or worsening depression while taking Isibloom. In cases of serious depression, your HCP might tell you to stop taking this medication.

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                                            Interactions with other medications

                                            Tell your prescriber or pharmacist about all your medications so they can make sure they're safe for you. Certain medications can interact with Isibloom. Some can make Isibloom get broken down faster in the body, making it work less well to prevent pregnancy. Some examples include carbamazepine (Tegretol) and phenytoin (Dilantin). Use a back-up method or other form of birth control while you're taking these medications until at least 28 days after stopping them. Other medications can raise the amount of Isibloom in your body and lead to more side effects.

                                            If you have hepatitis C and need to take Viekira Pak (dasabuvir / ombitasvir / paritaprevir / ritonavir), let your HCP know right away that you're taking a COC. You'll need to stop Isibloom before starting Viekira Pak because taking them together can cause liver problems. You can start Isibloom again 2 weeks after you stop Viekira Pak.

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                                            Isibloom dosage forms

                                            The average cost for 3 packages of 28 tablets of 0.15mg/0.03mg of Isibloom is $23.97 with a free GoodRx coupon.0
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                                            Typical dosing for Isibloom

                                            Isibloom comes in a 28-day pack. Take the medication as instructed by your prescriber.

                                            There are 21 active tablets that each contain 0.15 mg desogestrel and 30 mcg ethinyl estradiol. There are also 7 inactive (placebo) tablets that don't contain any active ingredients.

                                            In general, the typical dose is 1 active tablet by mouth daily for 21 days, followed by 1 inactive tablet daily for the next 7 days. Repeat this dosing schedule for each pack.

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                                            Isibloom contraindications

                                            Contraindications are specific health conditions or situations in which a person should not take a medication due to safety concerns. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, let your healthcare provider know because Isibloom will not be safe for you to take.
                                            • Smoking over the age of 35

                                            • Medical conditions that raise the risk for blood clots

                                            • Currently have or have had a blood clot (DVT or PE)

                                            • Coronary artery disease (CAD)

                                            • Problems with blood flow to the brain (e.g., stroke)

                                            • Certain heart valve or heart rhythm problems

                                            • Uncontrolled high blood pressure

                                            • Diabetes with long-term complications

                                            • Certain types of headaches

                                            • Major surgery where you're on bedrest for a long time

                                            • Undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding

                                            • Currently have or have a history of breast cancer

                                            • Endometrial cancer (also called uterine cancer) or other estrogen-dependent cancer

                                            • Currently have or have a history of jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)

                                            • Liver problems

                                            • Liver tumor

                                            • Currently pregnant

                                            • Taking hepatitis C medication containing ombitasvir/paritaprevir/ritonavir, with or without dasabuvir

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