Opill, the first OTC contraceptive pill is on the way to shelves near you. Here’s why it matters: • It’s safe. It’s a progestin-only pill so does not carry the risks associated with pills that contain estrogen • Access eliminates navigating our complex...
Q        I have a question regarding taking a pill late in my third week (the last week of active pills) of Yasmin. I normally take my pills at 7 AM, but I didn’t have a chance to take it this time until almost 4 PM. I had intercourse the night before, so...
Q:      I have a 16 year-old patient who began using oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) extended cycling for acne and heavy menses. She developed chronic exercise related shortness of breath and had extensive negative pulmonary and cardiac work up. I had her...
Q:Â Â Â Â Â Â I am currently on Minastrin Fe 24 and I am having breast pain. I know that this is a side-effect, however it is bothersome. I do not want to go to any pill that is lower in hormones out of fear of breakthrough bleeding (BTB) and other side-effects....
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