Sexual Health
What is good for long-term oral contraceptives? What are the side effects of contraceptive pills
11. Compound 18 methyl Norethisterone
It is also called Compound Long acting 18 Methyl Methacrylate, which contains 3 mg of quinestrol and 12 mg of 18 methyl Norethisterone. You should take one tablet each time on the 5th and 25th days from the day of menstruation, and then take one tablet each month on the same day of the second administration. For example, for women who menstruate on May 2nd, take one tablet on May 7th, take another tablet on May 27th, and take one tablet on May 27th every month thereafter.
2. Compound acetylstilbestrol
It contains 3.3 milligrams of acetylstilbestrol and 15 milligrams of chlorprogesterone. The administration method is the same as that of compound 18 methyl Norethisterone.
3. Compound 16 methylchloroprogesterone (referred to as Compound 16 methylprogesterone)
Contains 3 milligrams of acetylstilbestrol and 10 milligrams of methyl chloroprogesterone 16 times. The administration method is the same as that of compound 18 methyl Norethisterone.
Classification of contraceptive pills
1. Long term contraceptive pills
Contains synthetic progesterone and long-term estrogen. After drugs enter the human body, they will be stored in adipose tissue and gradually released later., Inhibiting ovulation has a long-term contraceptive effect. It is applicable to women who cannot place Intrauterine device and are unwilling to use other contraceptive methods. There are mainly compound long-acting Levonorgestrel oral tablets.
2. Short acting contraceptive pills
The main components are progesterone and estrogen. Inhibiting ovulation, hindering normal growth of the endometrium, altering the properties of cervical mucus and normal peristalsis of the fallopian tubes. It is applicable to women without basic diseases or diabetes.
3. Emergency contraceptives
The main ingredient is progesterone. The principle of action of drugs is basically the same as that of short-term contraceptives. Suitable for women under the age of 40. There are mainly Yuting, Nuoshuang, Baoshiting, and Mifepristone tablets. Generally, take the first tablet within 72 hours after sexual intercourse, and take another tablet after 12 hours. The earlier you take it, the better the effect. The side effects are obvious., Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, fatigue, breast swelling, bleeding, delayed menstruation, etc. Taking emergency contraceptives is only a remedy and should not be used as a routine contraceptive method, but only occasionally. This is because its dosage is high and its side effects are significant.
Side effects of contraceptive pills
1. Nausea
Levonorgestrel, about 20%; Mifepristone, approximately 6-7%. Nausea usually lasts for no more than 24 hours.
2. Vomiting
Levonorgestrel is about 55%, Levonorgestrel is about 5%; Mifepristone is approximately 1%.
3. Irregular uterine bleeding
Some women may experience bleeding after taking medication and generally do not require treatment, both are the same.