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COMBINED ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES

The Essentials of Contraceptive Technology Wall Chart

COMBINED ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES

  • Effective and reversible.
  • Take every day for best protection.
  • Especially in the first few months, some users have upset stomach, bleeding between periods or spotting, weight gain, or mild headache. Not dangerous.
  • Safe for almost all women. Serious complications are very rare.
  • Can be used by women of any age, whether or not they have children.
  • Help prevent certain cancers, anemia (low iron), menstrual cramps and irregular bleeding, and other medical conditions.
  • Can be used as emergency method after unprotected sex. (Special-purpose pills may be available.)

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