Birth Control Medications (Contraceptives) (cont.)
Medical Author:
Omnia M Samra, MD
Coauthor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Suzanne R Trupin, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Lee P Shulman, MD
IN THIS ARTICLE
Synonyms and Keywordsbirth control pills, BC pills, BC medications, contraceptives, contraceptive pills, contraceptive medications, hormones, estrogen, progesterone, slow-release devices, vaginal rings, skin implants, contraceptive-infused intrauterine devices, contraceptive-infused IUDs, menses, menstruation, menstrual period, menstrual cycle, ovulation, pregnancy, unwanted pregnancy, fallopian tubes, uterus, cervix, sperm, fertilized egg, ethinyl estradiol, mestranol, norethynodrel, norethindrone, norgestimate, desogestrel, ethynodiol diacetate, norgestrel, levonorgestrel, drospirenone, hormone-containing contraceptives, biphasic pills, monophasic pills, triphasic pills, vaginal ring, contraceptive implant, progesterone-only pills, POPs, mini pill, mini-pill, minipill, topical contraceptive patch, thromboembolism, blood clots, breast cancer, cervical cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, STD, STDs, diabetes, benign liver tumors Next Page: Must Read Articles Related to Birth Control Medications (Contraceptives)
Birth Control Overview
The practice of birth control is as old as human existence. Today, the voluntary control of fertility is of paramount importance to modern society.learn more >>
Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception (birth control after intercourse) is the use of a drug or device to prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse. Emergency contracep...learn more >>
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are among the most common infectious diseases in the United States. STDs can be spread through any type of sexual activity ...learn more >>
Viewer Comments & ReviewsBirth Control Medications - Side EffectsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Have you suffered any side effects of birth control medications? |
Women's Health
Find out what women really need.
From WebMD
Women's Health Resources
Featured Centers
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
Read What Your Physician is Reading on Medscape
Contraception »
The practice of contraception is as old as human existence.
Featured Topics
Medical Dictionary
Pill Identifier on RxList
- quick, easy,
pill identification
Find a Local Pharmacy
- including 24 hour, pharmacies



