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What are contraceptive pills

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The combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP), often referred to as the birth control pill or colloquially as "the pill", is a type of birth control that is designed to be taken orally by women. It includes a combination of an estrogen (usually ethinylestradiol) and a progestogen (specifically a progestin). When taken correctly, it alters the menstrual cycle to eliminate ovulation and prevent pregnancy.Combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP)BackgroundTypeHormonalFirst use1960 (United States)Failure rates (first year)Perfect use0.3% Typical use9%UsageDuration effect1–4 daysReversibilityYesUserThey were first approved for contraceptive use in the United States in 1960, and are a very popular form of birth control. They are currently used by more than 100 million women worldwide and by almost 12 million women in the United States.From 2015–2017, 12.6% of women aged 15–49 in the US reported using oral contraception, making it the second most common method of contraception in this age range with female sterilization being the most common method. Use varies widely by country, age, education, and marital status. One third of women aged 16–49 in the United Kingdom currently use either the combined pill or progestogen-only pill (POP),compared with less than 3% of women in Japan (as of 1950-2014).

Two forms of combined oral contraceptives are on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most important medications needed in a basic health system.The pill was a catalyst for the sexual revolution.

remindersTaken within same 24-hour window each dayClinic review6 monthsAdvantages and disadvantagesSTI protectionNoPeriodsRegulated, and often lighter and less painfulWeightNo proven effectBenefitsReduced mortality risk. Reduced death rates in all cancers.Reduced ovarian and endometrial cancer risks.

May treat acne, PCOS, PMDD, endometriosisRisksPossible small increase in some cancers. Small reversible increase in DVTs; stroke,cardiovascular disease