- Find
- Resources
Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control?
- Birth Control Options for Women - Oral Contraception
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Implant Contraceptives
- Injected Contraceptives
- Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)
- Spermicidal and Barrier Contraceptives
Oral Contraceptives and Combination Hormonal Methods
Oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are available only by prescription and come in either a combination of estrogen and progestin or progestin alone. Many brands of each form are available. Although both types are equally effective with typical use, the combined pill is more effective with perfect use, and most women choose this form. The birth control pill is the most popular form of contraception in the United States, used by more than...
Read moreMore information on "Do Antibiotics Affect Birth Control?"
From Our Experts
Birth Control Pill Recall: Some Women May be at Risk for Pregnancy
If you are taking birth control pills you may want to check your packet to see if it is on the recall list. Pfizer announced early this... Read more »
Birth Control and Politics: The Power of the Pill at the Polls
Okay so we know that abortion is a divisive topic among politicians and voters. There is no surprise about that. But birth control? Really?... Read more »
Ask the Expert: Preventing RA Symptoms with Birth Control Pills?
Dear Dr. Borigini, I'm newly diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. After doing only preliminary reading, it seemed that there is evidence... Read more »
7/9/07 #4: Migraines - help deciding on birth control?
Full Question: I’m 29 years old and married with a 2 year old boy. I got an abortion done 2 weeks back and looking for some birth... Read more »
Migraines after birth of son: birth control pills?
Full Question: I started getting migraines shortly after the birth of my son who is now 21 years old. I have been diagnosed with... Read more »
From Our Sources
Birth control pills may affect women's choice of mates
New research has found that altering women's hormone cycles through the use of birth control pills may be affecting women's choice of mates in a way... Read more »
Birth Control Pill May Affect Women's Sex Lives
Researchers in San Diego say women who use hormonal contraception such as birth control pills have a higher risk of developing sexual problems than... Read more »
2 antibiotics linked to birth defects
Two antibiotics-- nitrofurantoins and sulfonamides, sometimes called "sulfa drugs"--have been linked to an increased risk of birth defects in a new... Read more »
Birth Control
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Birth control is a term used to describe an artificial or natural means to prevent pregnancy.There are various methods of birth control available... Read more »
Birth control and family planning
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Which form of birth control you choose depends on a number of different factors, including yourhealth,how often you have sex,and whether or not you... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
