Contraception4
- Emergency contraception should not be used as a routine birth control method. (medlineplus.gov)
- LYBREL (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradol tablets) is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use oral contraceptives as a method of contraception. (rxlist.com)
- Table 2 lists the typical unintended pregnancy rates for users of combination oral contraceptives and other methods of contraception. (rxlist.com)
- Emergency Contraceptive Pills: The FDA has concluded that certain combined oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norgestrel or levonorgestrel are safe and effective for use as postcoital emergency contraception. (rxlist.com)
Pill2
- The morning after pill, also known as an emergency contraceptive pill or post coital contraceptive pill is a form of birth control method to decrease the risk of pregnancy that can be taken in the first 120 hours (within 5 days) of unprotected sex. (rockhealthpharmacy.com)
- Oral contraceptives come in an estrogen/progestin combo pill or a progestin-only form. (cvwomenscenter.com)
Oral1
- Oral contraceptives are highly effective for pregnancy prevention. (rxlist.com)
Pregnancy1
- However, research suggests that emergency contraceptives have no long-term effects on the pregnancy or developing baby. (medlineplus.gov)
Emergency1
- Two emergency contraceptive pills may be bought without a prescription. (medlineplus.gov)
Birth control method1
- These pills are not considered as a routine or regular birth control method. (rockhealthpharmacy.com)
Form1
- Using pills that contain a man-made (synthetic) form of the hormone progesterone called progestins. (medlineplus.gov)
Prescription1
- Contraceptive counseling (birth control) and a prescription or placement. (cvwomenscenter.com)
Oral contraceptives5
- 91-day combination oral contraceptives - Reduce the number of menstrual cycles per year. (medscape.com)
- LYBREL (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradol tablets) is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use oral contraceptives as a method of contraception. (rxlist.com)
- Oral contraceptives are highly effective for pregnancy prevention. (rxlist.com)
- Table 2 lists the typical unintended pregnancy rates for users of combination oral contraceptives and other methods of contraception. (rxlist.com)
- Emergency Contraceptive Pills: The FDA has concluded that certain combined oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norgestrel or levonorgestrel are safe and effective for use as postcoital emergency contraception. (rxlist.com)
Efficacy3
- A patient's choice of contraceptive method involves factors such as efficacy, safety, noncontraceptive benefits, cost, and personal considerations. (medscape.com)
- The efficacy of these contraceptive methods, except sterilization, the IUD, and implants, depend upon the reliability with which they are used. (rxlist.com)
- Source: Trussell J. Contraceptive efficacy. (rxlist.com)
Progesterone2
- Using pills that contain a man-made (synthetic) form of the hormone progesterone called progestins. (medlineplus.gov)
- Combination patch contraceptive - Releases estrogen and progesterone directly into the skin. (medscape.com)
Intercourse2
- Take Levonorgestrel Tablet orally as soon as possible within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure. (nih.gov)
- One tablet taken orally as soon as possible, within 120 hours (5 days) after unprotected intercourse or a known or suspected contraceptive failure. (nih.gov)