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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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 »
There are a variety of choices when it comes to birth control. One type of birth control is the use of hormonal contraception or "the... Read more »
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Emergency ContraceptionEmergency contraception is available to prevent pregnancy in situations such as:After sexual assaultAfter consensual... Read more »
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Birth Control OptionsBirth control options for women include:Hormonal contraceptives, such as birth control pills, skin patch, vaginal... Read more »
A new Practice Bulletin from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that hormonal contraceptives can not only prevent... Read more »
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Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)The intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus. An IUD's contraceptive... Read more »
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Injected ContraceptivesInjected contraceptives are given once every 3 months. Most injectables are progestin-only. In the United States,... Read more »