The benefits of hormonal contraceptives

Oral contraceptives have long ceased to be something new: for many women, taking them has become a habitual ritual. With them, sex no longer causes anxiety due to a possible pregnancy.

If you have regular sex life, but are not ready to become a mother, oral contraceptives are one of the most convenient contraceptives for you. And many of them normalize the cycle, improve mood and more.

Reading a review of the best oral contraceptives will be useful not only for those who plan to try them for the first time, but also for those who would like to switch to a new drug.

Yarina

Peculiarities:

• Tablet form: 1 package 21 pcs. for 3 weeks.
• Low-dose oral contraceptive.
• Antiandrogenic effect.
• Main components: drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol.

Pros:

• Improves the condition of skin and hair.
• Normalizes the menstrual cycle.
• Reduces the intensity of menstrual bleeding.
• Reduces pain during menstruation.
• No effect on weight.
• A budget option for protection against unwanted pregnancy.

Minuses:

• Some women notice a decrease in libido after taking the drug.
• A possible side effect is pain in the mammary glands.
• State of apathy.

The benefits of hormonal contraceptives

Vybornova Irina Anatolyevna

Obstetrician-gynecologist, endocrinologist, candidate of medical sciences

Ishchenko Irina Georgievna

Obstetrician-gynecologist, ultrasound diagnostics doctor, candidate of medical sciences, specialist in the field of aesthetic gynecology, candidate of medical sciences

Kaufman Ekaterina Valerievna

Obstetrician-gynecologist, gynecologist-endocrinologist. Ultrasound diagnostics doctor, specialist in aesthetic gynecology.

Bulatova Lyubov Nikolaevna

Obstetrician-gynecologist, highest category, endocrinologist, ultrasound diagnostics doctor, specialist in the field of aesthetic gynecology

You need to know that in addition to having high contraceptive properties, currently used hormonal contraceptives also have the ability to have a positive effect on the female body as a whole. Such opportunities are particularly expressed in balancing the menstrual cycle, so many doctors recommend their use in the presence of both severe and moderate forms of dysmenorrhea. If periods occur periodically, have an irregular cycle, are characterized by too high intensity or pain, then the use of contraceptives can significantly improve such situations. At the same time, their beneficial effect on the body does not extend to complications such as atypical uterine bleeding that occurs due to certain gynecological diseases.

Also, the necessary use of hormonal contraceptives can easily relieve disorders such as PMS or premenstrual syndrome. Hormonal contraceptives are indispensable for any form of pain that occurs in the middle or at the end of the cycle; they relieve unpleasant nausea, headaches, and discomfort of the mammary glands. This may be due to the fact that when taking hormonal drugs, the volume of menstrual blood decreases. If there is a predisposition to iron deficiency anemia, then its manifestation occurs much less frequently. Many studies conducted in scientific circles have proven that hormonal contraceptives have a beneficial effect on the prevention of ectopic pregnancy, helping to eliminate such a serious gynecological abnormality.

A number of birth control pills are very effective means that can protect against additional diseases. The overall effect of the impact is aimed at preserving the ability of the female body to maintain the reproductive function. There are combined oral contraceptives (COCs) that protect the woman’s body from diseases that cause inflammation of the pelvic organs, preventing the occurrence of malignant tumors of the ovaries, as well as the uterine mucosa. When choosing contraceptives, you need to take into account that they also eliminate cosmetic diseases. Doctors from various medical centers will provide the necessary assistance in this matter. In them, experienced gynecologists and dermatologists will always point out the necessary recommendations to combat emerging problems.

Marvelon

Peculiarities:

• Combined oral drug.
• Low dosage.
• Main components: progestogen and estrogen.
• Efficiency is about 80%.

Pros:

• Suppresses menstrual pain.
• Reduces menstrual bleeding.
• Positively affects libido.
• Improves hormonal levels.
• Does not cause weight changes.

Minuses:

• With long-term use there is a risk of thrombosis. Preliminary consultation with a doctor is required before use!
• Makes the blood thick.
• Large list of contraindications.
• May cause skin rashes.

Silhouette

Peculiarities:

• Most often prescribed to women during pre- and menopause.
• Main components: ethinyl estradiol and dienogest.
• Often recommended for treating rashes.

Pros:

• Reduces pain during menstruation.
• Normalizes the menstrual cycle.
• Reduces bleeding.
• Does not contribute to excess weight gain.

Minuses:

• Large list of contraindications.
• Causes chest pain.
• With prolonged use, attacks of nausea are possible.

Do not forget that any drug has contraindications. If you want to switch to OK, you need to consult a gynecologist-endocrinologist!

Triquilar

Peculiarities:

• Highly dosed drug.
• Main components: ethinyl estradiol and levonorgestrel.
• There are several types of tablets in 1 package.
• Recommended for girls under 30 years old.

Pros:

• Suppressing pain during menstruation.
• High degree of protection against unwanted pregnancy.
• Thoughtful instructions for use.

Minuses:

• May cause problems with excess weight.
• One possible side effect is migraine.
• Large list of contraindications.

Janine

Peculiarities:

• Oral combination drug.
• Suppresses ovulation processes, affects the properties of cervical mucus and the endometrium.
• Main components: ethinyl estradiol and dienogest.

Pros:

• Improves skin and hair.
• Does not cause changes in body weight.
• High degree of reliability.

Minuses:

• High price.
• Effect on libido.

Lactinet

Peculiarities:

• Mini-drinks.
• 28 tablets in 1 package.

Pros:

• Allowed for smokers and breastfeeding people, as well as for obesity.
• Does not affect weight.
• Minimum side effects.
• After cancellation, conception is possible almost immediately.

Minuses:

• Depressive states are likely.
• Side effect is increased bleeding.

Hormonal patches, pros and cons

The hormonal patch is a new generation of contraception. This combined hormonal contraceptive reliably protects against conception and is quite easy to use. This device is glued to the area of ​​the buttocks, abdomen or shoulder blade and is replaced with a new one every three weeks. But the fourth week should be a break for menstruation. This patch is attached on the first day of menstruation.

• microdose of hormones;
• resistant to water treatments;
• ease of use;
• normalizes the menstrual cycle;
• maintaining the effect in the bathhouse, sauna and swimming pool;
• does not affect the liver;
• reduces PMS symptoms.

Cons of the hormonal patch:

• aesthetic visibility on the skin;
• does not protect against STDs;
• possible side effects;
• can peel off if it comes into contact with moisture very often;
• Itching may occur at the site where the patch is attached.

Claira

Peculiarities:

• Main components: estradiol valerate and dienogest.
• Often used by women during menopause.

Pros:

• Quickly restores the menstrual cycle.
• Improves overall emotional state.
• Does not affect weight.
• Improves skin and hair.

Minuses:

• Causes a feeling of bloating in the abdomen.
• Expensive drug.

Hormonal vaginal rings, pros and cons

This contraceptive ring is quite elastic and is installed quite deep in the vagina for three weeks. They have a contraceptive effect similar to COCs. Quite an effective remedy that provides reliable protection.

• relieves symptoms of PMS;
• reduces the risk of cysts and breast tumors;
• does not affect a woman’s sensitivity and libido;
• simple administration without medical assistance;
• monthly use.

Cons of the hormonal ring:

• Nausea and vomiting are possible in the first weeks;
• may cause discomfort in the mammary glands;
• does not protect against STDs;
• changes the course of menstruation.

Diana-35

Peculiarities:

• Oral combined contraceptive.
• Low dose and monophasic.
• Recommended after 30-35 years.

Pros:

• Positively affects the course of the menstrual cycle.
• Evens out the skin.
• Suppresses pain during menstruation.
• Slightly enlarges the breasts.

Minuses:

• Makes a woman more emotional.
• There are many side effects.
• Helps with polycystic ovary syndrome, but only while taking it.

Hormonal contraceptives in tablets, pros and cons.

1. Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) - contain special analogues of hormones - progesterone and estrogen. Such drugs can be monophasic, which maintain a stable level of hormones throughout the entire cycle, as well as two- and three-phase, which provide a certain level of hormones during the cycle in accordance with the day of administration.

Such pills are usually colored in different colors, each of which has its own level of hormones. All COCs are divided into micro-dose, low-dose and high-dose. Each type is intended for its age and is individually assigned to each woman. Hormonal-based pills are reliable and have their pros and cons.

• smooth out painful sensations and PMS;
• ease of use;
• reduce the abundance of menstruation;
• help eliminate acne;
• normalize the menstrual cycle;
• provide high protection;
• have a therapeutic effect for polycystic ovary syndrome;
• prevent cancer and mastopathy.

Cons of COCs:

• bloody intermenstrual discharge may appear during adaptation to the drug;
• possibility of side effects;
• lack of protection against STDs;
• nuances in prescribing for women who smoke;
• require daily use;
• a decrease in libido is possible with poor perception of gestagen.

- refer to progestogen-based contraceptives, and they differ significantly from COCs. It is mini-pills that are allowed to nursing mothers for reliable contraception during lactation. Also, they can be prescribed in case of estrogen intolerance. The effect of the drug is based on the natural thickening of cervical mucus and gentle changes in the endometrial mucosa. Also, mini-pills can suppress ovulation to some extent. Such drugs also have their advantages and some disadvantages. a small amount of progestogen reduces the risk of heart disease; can be prescribed to women who smoke; does not affect blood clotting; helps with menstrual irregularities; does not cause weight gain; helps with ovulation disorders; prevents PMS; allowed for breastfeeding women women.

Disadvantages of the mini-pill: a clear regimen of administration; risks of ovarian cysts; intermenstrual bleeding may be present; risks of ectopic pregnancy; shortening the cycle to 25 days; less pronounced contraceptive effect than COCs.