Daily oral tablet
Combined Oral Contraceptive
A combined estrogen and progestin pill prescribed after a blood pressure reading and a review of your history. Beyond contraception it is often the simplest answer to heavy or unpredictable periods and hormonal acne.
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Over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy with perfect use, and around 93% with typical use.
What is in it
Ethinyl estradiol with a progestin, in several available formulations.
How to take it
- Take one tablet at the same time every day.
- Use a backup method for the first seven days of your first pack.
- If you miss a pill, follow the instructions in your pack rather than guessing.
- Tell your clinician if you start any new medication, including antibiotics.
Why clinicians prescribe it
Predictable cycles
Lighter, shorter, and on schedule for most women within two or three packs.
Clears hormonal acne
Several formulations are specifically effective for acne along the jaw and chin.
Delivered discreetly
Plain packaging, with refills sent automatically.
Common questions
Controlled trials do not show meaningful weight gain from combined pills. Some women retain a little fluid early on, which settles. If your weight changes markedly, tell your clinician rather than assuming it is the pill.
Important safety information
Not for women over 35 who smoke, or anyone with a history of blood clots, stroke, migraine with aura, uncontrolled hypertension, or certain cancers. Seek urgent care for chest pain, severe leg pain, sudden severe headache, or vision changes.
This page is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician who has reviewed your history can decide whether this treatment is appropriate for you. Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.
