The extended regimen pill is a combined pill (estrogen-progestin) that is taken continuously (every day) for 3 months. Who is it suitable for? Professional female athletes, women who travel a lot or have busy or physically demanding jobs (policewomen, photographers, nurses, etc.) and who want a lower frequency of menstrual cycles. The amount of estrogen hormones that the woman takes is higher compared to that taken with other pills, the patch and especially the ring.
In the case of the extended regimen, the woman may not have any menstrual-like flow (amenorrhea). This is a situation that is well-accepted by some women, and sometimes even requested from the gynecologist, while for others it presents an anxiety factor or a “failure” of femininity.
The “extended regimen” of the combined pill has been especially designed to eliminate the discomfort associated with the monthly flow, which significantly affects the quality of life for many women. There are many situations in which this method of administration can provide an advantage, such as heavy menstruation, very painful cycles (dysmenorrhea), migraine attacks during the break from taking the pill, anemia, frequent forgetfulness of taking the pill and other situations.
