mini pill
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What is the Mini Pill?
The minipill contains a small amount of progestin and no estrogen. It's taken daily without any breaks. Since the progestin dose is low, it mainly works by thickening cervical mucus to prevent sperm from reaching the egg. You should take the pill at the same time each day to maintain its effectiveness. Some people using the minipill may still ovulate, which can lead to various menstrual changes like regular periods, irregular bleeding, spotting, or no periods at all, depending on how their body responds.
How effective is the mini pill?
91-93%
Are there birth control pill side effects?
Irregular bleeding and changes in menstrual cycle other hormone-related: mood changes, headaches, breast tenderness, acne some people report weight gain
How safe is the pill?
The minipill is very safe for most of patients
How do I use the pill?
should be taken everyday at around the same time with no breaks
What do I do if I miss a birth control pill?
If its a Norethidrone or norgestrel pill: Take one pill as soon as possible. continue taking pills as before (even if need to take two pills on same day) abstain from sex or use condoms for 2 days If its a Drospirenone pill: if one pill is missed take pill as soon as possible then continue takung one ill a day until pack is finished- no additional contraceptives are required if two or more pills are missed: take last pill as soon as possible - continue taking one pill a day until pack is finished. abstain from sex for seven days
How do I get the pill?
Opill is available OTC but other require prescription
What are the benefits of the pill?
Good for people with Estrogen contraindication (e.g. smoker over 35) lwoer chance of cardiovascular complications Reduce Menstrual Symptoms Lower Risk of Endometrial Cancer
What are the disadvantages of the pill?
Must take a pill every day at the same time (3 hour time window) less effective than combined pills no STI protection