Since the 1960s, contraceptive pills have been at the service of humanity. They are one of
the innovations that have contributed the most to the changing role of women in society and …

Progestin-only pills (POPs) are often referred to as “mini-pills” as they contain about 75% of
the progestin dose contained in combination oral contraceptives (COCs) and no estrogen …

Progestin-only pills (POPs) are often referred to as “mini-pills” as they contain about 25–75%
of the progestin dose contained in combination oral contraceptives (COCs), depending on …

Although combined oral contraceptives (COCs) are commonly used and highly effective in
preventing pregnancy, they may not be suitable for some women. COC use is associated …

Traditional forms of oral contraception contain 21 days of hormone-containing pills and 7
days of placebo during the hormone-free interval (HFI). Since 2003, the Food and Drug …

Objectives Progestins used in contraception are either components of combined hormonal
contraceptives or are used as a single active ingredient. Progestins are highly effective in …

Purpose: To highlight the characteristics of progestin-only contraceptives (POCs) currently
available in the United States, and to explore the potential of these agents as first-line …

Background: Not all women tolerate hormonal contraceptives containing oestrogens.
Methods: The authors selected and evaluated relevant publications on the advantages and …

Abstract Background The United States Food and Drug Administration is currently
considering an application for an over-the-counter (OTC) progestin-only pill (POP), but …

BACKGROUND In recent years, several new oral contraceptives have become available. In
some ways, they represent an evolution in terms of individualization and compliance on the …