Are there any side-effects with PERSONA?
What if I am taking medication or suffer a medical condition?
Will PERSONA protect me from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and AIDS?
I think I am approaching the menopause, can I use PERSONA?


No. As this method of contraception is completely natural and does not involve taking any drugs, it has no side effects.



Always read manufacturers' instructions for any medication you are taking before using PERSONA. Most medications (e.g. simple pain killers and cold remedies) should not affect the way PERSONA works. However, you MUST NOT use PERSONA whilst using hormonal treatments (e.g. the pill, fertility treatment or hormone replacement therapy). Nor if you use any other treatment which may affect your cycle, or are taking antibiotics containing tetracyclines, (if you have any doubts about whether the antibiotic you are taking contains tetracyclines, please consult your pharmacist or doctor ). You must not use PERSONA if you have impaired liver or kidney function, or polycystic ovarian syndrome. Please call the PERSONA Line for further advice, or consult your doctor or the pharmacist.



No. PERSONA offers no protection from sexually transmitted infections or HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.



You should NOT use PERSONA if you have experienced menopausal symptoms. The commonest symptoms of the menopause are hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness, however these symptoms may be caused by certain illnesses, therefore you should consult your doctor for further advice.