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According to the CDC, Oral Contraceptives have a failure rate of 9%. Thus meaning their effectiveness is only 91%
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Do oral contraceptives work?
When taken in the proper amounts, following a specific schedule, oral contraceptives are very effective in preventing pregnancy
What effective method of contraception?
Oral contraceptives (or "the pill") Sterilization
Do Oral contraceptives fight AIDS?
Oral contraceptives do not protect against AIDS
How does carbamazepine react with oral contraceptives?
Carbamazepine causes the oral contraceptive to be broken down in the body more quickly, making it less effective at preventing pregnancy.
Is the pill an effective method of contraception?
Not all pills are contraceptives. For example, aspirin, simvastatin, and sildenafil do not prevent pregnancy.
Do Oral contraceptives require a prescription?
Oral contraceptives are available only with a physician's prescription
What is more effective condoms oral contraceptives IUD's or withdrawal?
Condoms are the only contraceptives that prevent both pregnancy and the spread of STD's, so they are hands-down the best method of contraception (with a success rate upwards of 98% when used correctly). To absolutely prevent pregnancy, it would be wise to use condoms AND a daily oral contraceptive (in case of condom failure, daily oral contraceptives are up to 99% effective when used correctly).
Do Oral contraceptives affect cancers?
Oral contraceptives may make some existing cancers worse
When were oral contraceptives?
1960
How do oral contraceptives affect diabetes?
Blood sugar levels may increase slightly when oral contraceptives are used
Do Oral contraceptives affect the gums?
Oral contraceptives may cause the gums to become tender and swollen or to bleed
Can breastfeeding women use oral contraceptives?
Women who are breastfeeding should check with their physicians before using oral contraceptives
