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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...
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Birth Control Options for Women: Highlights
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Birth Control OptionsBirth control options for women include:Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, skin patch, vaginal... Read more »
Contraception
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Birth Control Options for Women: Injected Contraception
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Injected ContraceptivesInjected contraceptives are given once every 3 months. Most injectables are progestin-only. In the United States,... Read more »
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