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What is the active ingredient in birth control pills?
The active ingredients in birth control pills are synthetic versions of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. Combination oral contraceptives are birth control pills that contain both ingredients. There are some birth control pills that are progesterone-only pills.
What are the names of contraceptive drugs?
List of Contraceptives:
| Drug Name | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|
| Blisovi 24 Fe (Pro) Generic name: ethinyl estradiol / norethindrone | 3.3 |
| Gianvi (Pro) Generic name: drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol | 5.8 |
| Ortho Tri-Cyclen (Pro) Generic name: ethinyl estradiol / norgestimate | 5.8 |
| Provera (Pro) Generic name: medroxyprogesterone | 5.9 |
What are the 2 types of birth control pills?
There are two kinds of birth control pills:
- Combination pills (aka combined oral contraceptives, or COCs) Combination pills have both estrogen and progestin. These are the most common type of birth control pill.
- Progestin-only pills (aka POPs or mini pills) Progestin-only pills only have progestin.
Which pill is best for birth control?
Consider these common combination birth control pill brands as options when comparing pills for pricing and side effects:
- Mircette (Mircette coupons | Mircette details)
- Natazia (Natazia coupons)
- Nordette.
- Lo Ovral.
- Ortho-Novum.
- Ortho Tri-Cyclen.
- Yaz (Yaz coupons | Yaz details)
- Yasmin (Yasmin coupons | Yasmin details)
Which is the best contraceptive pill?
The combined pill – the best contraceptive pill for most people. Unless you have any of the specific issues mentioned later on, the combined pill (commonly known as ‘the pill’) is probably the best contraceptive pill for you. This is because it usually: gives you regular periods.
Does the pill stop your period?
The pill won’t stop the period permanently. Risks associated with the continuous use of the pill are the same as those with regular use with a slightly increased risk of blood clots and stroke. You must consult with a doctor for an appropriate regimen.
What kind of birth control do you take?
DROSPIRENONE; ETHINYL ESTRADIOL is an oral contraceptive ( birth control pill). This medicine combines two types of female hormones, an estrogen and a progestin. It is used to prevent ovulation and pregnancy.
Are there any oral contraceptives that contain both ingredients?
Combination oral contraceptives are birth control pills that contain both ingredients. There are some birth control pills that are progesterone-only pills. Sometimes referred to as “minipills,” progestin-only pills are especially useful for women who cannot take estrogens.
Why are birth control pills called the pill?
Birth control pills are also known as oral contraceptives (OCs) or, simply, “the pill.” They offer protection against pregnancy by blocking the union of sperm and egg, thereby preventing conception. Oral contraceptives or birth control pills contain synthetic female hormones.
Are there any medications that can interfere with birth control?
Aprepitant is a medication that prevents and treats vomiting and nausea and can interfere with birth control. As a general note, vomiting will negatively impact the effectiveness of oral contraceptives, as the body won’t be able to fully absorb the pill if vomiting occurs within two hours of taking it.