Background Dysmenorrhoea (painful menstrual cramps) is common. Combined OCPs are
recommended in the management of primary dysmenorrhoea. Objectives To determine the …

Objectives To provide a comprehensive and objective summary of contraceptive failure rates
for a variety of methods based on a systematic review of the literature. Methods Medline and …

Background Concern about estrogen‐related adverse effects has led to progressive
reductions in the estrogen dose in combination oral contraceptives (COCs). However …

Background The progestogen component of combined oral contraceptives (COC) has
undergone changes since it was first recognised that it's chemical structure could influence …

OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study was to compare menstrual, physiologic, and
psychologic symptoms over 2 years among women initiating use of depot …

Side effects influence the acceptability and continuation of hormonal contraceptives.
Counseling the client about the management of side effects is a principal approach …

Epidemiological data suggest a link between migraine and the female sex hormones.
Indeed, it is known that estrogen affects various brain functions, including pain perception …

Background Today, options for bleeding-free lifestyle are actively promoted by the media,
the pharmaceutical industry and health specialists. With regard to contraceptive counselling …

Objectives: To compare complications of third and second generation oral contraceptive pills
(OCPs). Method: In a randomized clinical trial from October 2007 to October 2008, 100 …

Background Dysmenorrhoea (painful menstrual cramps) is common and a major cause of
pain in women. Combined oral contraceptives (OCPs) are often used in the management of …