Contraceptives

Contraceptives
Understanding Contraceptives: Your Options and Benefits

Hey there! Let's talk about contraceptives, your friendly allies in family planning and reproductive health. Contraceptives come in various forms to suit different needs and lifestyles.

There's the classic condom, which not only prevents pregnancy but also protects against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Birth control pills, patches, and rings offer hormonal methods that regulate your cycle and prevent ovulation. Beyond pregnancy prevention, these hormonal options are also used to manage period control, treat endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), acne, and hirsutism.

For long-term options, consider IUDs or implants, which provide effective protection for several years. If you're looking for something temporary, there's the injectable contraceptive, offering a few months of coverage at a time. Each type has its own unique benefits, so you can choose what fits best with your body and lifestyle. With the right contraceptive, you can enjoy peace of mind and control over your reproductive health and overall well-being.
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Standard dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill ≥ 30 mcg of estrogen)

The combined oral contraceptive pill - "the pill" contains artificial versions of hormones oestrogen and progesterone, which are produced naturally in the ovaries. This is the standard dose combined pill

You can safely be recommended the standard dose combined pill ✅
Standard dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill ≥ 30 mcg of estrogen)

The combined oral contraceptive pill - "the pill" contains artificial versions of hormones oestrogen and progesterone, which are produced naturally in the ovaries. This is the standard dose combined pill

The standard dose combined pill carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Standard dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill ≥ 30 mcg of estrogen)

The combined oral contraceptive pill - "the pill" contains artificial versions of hormones oestrogen and progesterone, which are produced naturally in the ovaries. This is the standard dose combined pill

The standard dose combined pill is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Standard dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill ≥ 30 mcg of estrogen)

The combined oral contraceptive pill - "the pill" contains artificial versions of hormones oestrogen and progesterone, which are produced naturally in the ovaries. This is the standard dose combined pill

You should not use the standard dose combined pill ❌
Reduced dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill < 30 mcg of estrogen)

This combined (oestrogen / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

You can safely be recommended the reduced dose combined pill ✅
Reduced dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill < 30 mcg of estrogen)

This combined (oestrogen / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

The reduced dose combined pill carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Reduced dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill < 30 mcg of estrogen)

This combined (oestrogen / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

The reduced dose combined pill is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Reduced dose combined pill - (Combined estrogen/progestin pill < 30 mcg of estrogen)

This combined (oestrogen / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

You should not use the reduced dose combined pill ❌
Combined contraceptive patch or ring - Estrogen/ progestin patch or ring)

The birth control patch, and the vaginal birth control ring are combined hormonal birth control methods. They contain the two hormones, oestrogen and / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

You can safely be recommended the combined contraceptive patch or ring ✅
Combined contraceptive patch or ring - Estrogen/ progestin patch or ring)

The birth control patch, and the vaginal birth control ring are combined hormonal birth control methods. They contain the two hormones, oestrogen and / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

The combined contraceptive ring or patch carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Combined contraceptive patch or ring - Estrogen/ progestin patch or ring)

The birth control patch, and the vaginal birth control ring are combined hormonal birth control methods. They contain the two hormones, oestrogen and / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

The combined contraceptive ring or patch is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Combined contraceptive patch or ring - Estrogen/ progestin patch or ring)

The birth control patch, and the vaginal birth control ring are combined hormonal birth control methods. They contain the two hormones, oestrogen and / progesterone) pill has a lower dose of oestrogen and is considered safer by some.

You should not use the combined contraceptive patch or ring ❌
Progesterone-only (mini) pill - (Progestin-only pill)

The traditional progestogen-only pill (POP) prevents pregnancy by thickening the mucus in the cervix to stop sperm reaching an egg and can also stop ovulation.

You can safely be recommended the progesterone-only (mini) pill ✅
Progesterone-only (mini) pill - (Progestin-only pill)

The traditional progestogen-only pill (POP) prevents pregnancy by thickening the mucus in the cervix to stop sperm reaching an egg and can also stop ovulation.

The progesterone-only (mini) pill carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Progesterone-only (mini) pill - (Progestin-only pill)

The traditional progestogen-only pill (POP) prevents pregnancy by thickening the mucus in the cervix to stop sperm reaching an egg and can also stop ovulation.

The progesterone-only (mini) pill is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Progesterone-only (mini) pill - (Progestin-only pill)

The traditional progestogen-only pill (POP) prevents pregnancy by thickening the mucus in the cervix to stop sperm reaching an egg and can also stop ovulation.

You should not use the progesterone-only (mini) pill ❌
Progesterone (depo) injection - (Progestin-only injection)

The contraceptive injection steadily releases progesterone into the bloodstream, which prevents the release of an egg each month (ovulation).

You can safely be recommended the progesterone (depo) injection ✅
Progesterone (depo) injection - (Progestin-only injection)

The contraceptive injection steadily releases progesterone into the bloodstream, which prevents the release of an egg each month (ovulation).

The progesterone (depo) injection carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Progesterone (depo) injection - (Progestin-only injection)

The contraceptive injection steadily releases progesterone into the bloodstream, which prevents the release of an egg each month (ovulation).

The progesterone (depo) injection is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Progesterone (depo) injection - (Progestin-only injection)

The contraceptive injection steadily releases progesterone into the bloodstream, which prevents the release of an egg each month (ovulation).

You should not use the progesterone (depo) injection ❌
Progesterone implant - (Progestin-only implant)

The contraceptive implant is a thin, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm and stops the release of an egg from the ovary by slowly releasing progestogen.

You can safely be recommended the progesterone implant ✅
Progesterone implant - (Progestin-only implant)

The contraceptive implant is a thin, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm and stops the release of an egg from the ovary by slowly releasing progestogen.

The progesterone implant carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Progesterone implant - (Progestin-only implant)

The contraceptive implant is a thin, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm and stops the release of an egg from the ovary by slowly releasing progestogen.

The progesterone implant is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Progesterone implant - (Progestin-only implant)

The contraceptive implant is a thin, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm and stops the release of an egg from the ovary by slowly releasing progestogen.

You should not use the progesterone implant ❌
Hormone coil - (Hormonal IUD)

This is a small, T-shaped plastic device that's put into the womb and it releases the hormone progestogen to prevent pregnancy.

You can safely be recommended the hormone coil ✅
Hormone coil - (Hormonal IUD)

This is a small, T-shaped plastic device that's put into the womb and it releases the hormone progestogen to prevent pregnancy.

The hormone coil carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Hormone coil - (Hormonal IUD)

This is a small, T-shaped plastic device that's put into the womb and it releases the hormone progestogen to prevent pregnancy.

The hormone coil is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Hormone coil - (Hormonal IUD)

This is a small, T-shaped plastic device that's put into the womb and it releases the hormone progestogen to prevent pregnancy.

You should not use the hormone coil ❌
Copper coil - (Copper IUD)

An IUD is a small T-shaped plastic and copper device that's put into the womb and the copper prevents fertilisation and implantation.

You can safely be recommended the copper coil ✅
Copper coil - (Copper IUD)

An IUD is a small T-shaped plastic and copper device that's put into the womb and the copper prevents fertilisation and implantation.

The copper coil carries some potential risks but the benefits usually outweigh these risks❗
Copper coil - (Copper IUD)

An IUD is a small T-shaped plastic and copper device that's put into the womb and the copper prevents fertilisation and implantation.

The copper coil is not usually recommended unless other, more appropriate methods are not available or not acceptable ⚠️
Copper coil - (Copper IUD)

An IUD is a small T-shaped plastic and copper device that's put into the womb and the copper prevents fertilisation and implantation.

You should not use the copper coil ❌
FSRH Guideline Combined Hormonal Contraception
https://www.fsrh.org/standards-and-guidance/documents/cec-guideline-pop/https//www.fsrh.org/documents/cec-guideline-pop/
Medical Eligibility for Initiating Contraception: Absolute and Relative Contraindications
Medical eligibility criteria for contraceptive use
CDC Contraceptive Guidance for Health Care Providers
Use of Hormonal Contraception in Women With Coexisting Medical Conditions | ACOG
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Contraceptives

Understanding Contraceptives: Your Options and Benefits