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What are the pros and cons of using the birth control pill Saheli, considering it is non-hormonal and how effective is it? Is it being prescribed often or hormonal oral contraception takes lead and why ?

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prons and cons of medicine to describe on this platform is wasting of time but ofcourse you may use it safely and effectively, so why it is prescribe routinely. ...  Read More

If i complete the 21 days of my birth control pack I am covered till I start the next pack right or you need to use extra contraception

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I would like to know if it's safe to use birth control pills as a form of contraception and also which pills to use and what the dosage should be??

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Birth control pills means contraception.I think your meaning as emergency contraceptive pill.yes you can use as emergency contraceptive pill also.For details contact to me through practo online or nea ...  Read More

20 yo 54kgs. Which are the birth control pills I can take for long term contraception without getting my fertility affected since I'm quite young. People generally have this misconception that ipills are the same as birth controls pills and I too did. Ive used a few and I want to use the right contraception now.

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Oral contraceptive pills. Femilon or Yamini ...  Read More

I am sexually active and am on the first week of my combination birth control. I missed the first pill of the pack...and missed another during the week...and then was late for another one. However, I had sex during that week and at the end. I am worried that I'm at risk of getting pregnant. Am I? I, unfortunately, did not use a backup contraception

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There is a mild risk of pregnancy. ...  Read More

Dear Doctors. My girlfriend started taking birth control pills yesterday. We had unprotected sex today. She is still taking the birth control pills as recommended. Does she have a risk of getting pregnant? Should she take emergency contraception? My best regards

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That would depend on the date of her last menstrual period. Usually these pills are started from day 2/3 of periods. If she has started to take it this way then there is no chance of pregnancy. And ye ...  Read More

We are planning to start birth control pills as a method of contraception. The next menstrual cycle is due on 4th Feb and cycle lasts 28-30 days. Can you please suggest what I can take and the dosage.

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Its always better to consult a gynaecologist and get a thorough check up before you go on the pill.there are certain conditions to be ruled out and your Doc will prescribe you a suitable combination ...  Read More

I do not want to conceive and want a prescription of a safe birth control pill as my partner is not comfortable with condom. I do not want to go for emergency contraception. Please suggest.

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Yes for prescription u will need to consult online ...  Read More

I want to start taking birth control. Which one should I take and how to get the prescription for one?

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There are many birth control methods the choice u had to make because for making the choice it’s called cafeteria technique like u order thing in cafeteria after going through menu, but here I will te ...  Read More

This is my first month taking the birth control and I am late on my period.

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Usually once you stop pills your period will start within week ...  Read More

What is the best birth control pill recommended at my age. Also, if taken it for 2 months only - does it have any side effects like low libido, dryness, acne or weight gain post getting off the pill

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There's no single best birth control pill for everyone. The right choice depends on your health history, blood pressure and things like smoking or migraines. A gynaecologist can go through your histor ...  Read More

Is it okay to take birth control pills when you have epilepsy(JME) and you are on medication topamac 25mg and bervipil 100mg? And if yes which one?

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Both medicines wen taken together can reduce the efficacy of other...kindly connect ...  Read More

Hi, I have high androgen levels and high lh to fsh ratio with acne and facial hair, during my last visit doc prescribed me hormonal birth control tablet-to take it for 1 to 2 years(maxim 0.03mg/2mg ). It's been a week since started taking that tablet, i am feeling hungrier all the time and low energy , moody. Is it better to stop taking ? Is ther

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Suggest good birth control pills and timelines to take it as I want to make sure no accidental pregnancy happens

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Hello Dr. I've a 2 year boy(c section).still he breastfeeding for 2 times a day. Would you please suggest a safe birth control pill for regular basis?

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Can I use tab diane for pcos and contraception? If yes, please help! How it should be used and what are the side effects?

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Is there any impact of birth control (i pill or unwanted 72) pills if taken weekly. Is there any health problem if you take twice a week

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I want to use birth control pill to prevent unplanned baby plz suggest me best pill which I order Plz provide me the name of pill which I use for protect from un plaineed baby I have one baby n I don't want to consive because we are not prepared for that

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You can connect for a prescription All low dose oral contraceptive pills are the same You can choose any ...  Read More

Can we use birth control pills for delaying period?? Are there any side effects?? And will it delay my periods next month also and accordingly in the future?

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Hello doctor , I am going to get married in upcoming days. What contraception will be helpful during first time? Also I am worried about pain and bleeding. Please guide.

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My periods came on 24th March (which stayed for 2 days) From 28th March I started taking Yasmin (birth control pills)...later is there any chance to get pregnant? Is it safe now?

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Hello doctor I have new born baby, can you pls suggest the safest oral contreceptive pill/birth control pill during breastfeed?

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Consult for prescription please. ...  Read More

I started Femilon tablets on 4th March (3rd day of my period). I eat it around 10.30pm to 11pm. I started spotting on 14th March and it was very low but it continued on and off until yesterday. On 22nd March evening the bleeding increased ( i assumed its period), which is 9 days early to my original due date of period. I have not missed any pills o

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It's my first month starting birth control pills and I noticed some spotting today March 14. I started my pills on 4th March. Should I be concerned?

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Were any pills missed The most common reason for spotting could be missed pills If not this could be break through bleeding because of low dose pill ...  Read More

Currently my gynoclogist has given me Gineete- 35 for irregular periods which I have to start from 5th day of periods. Can you please tell me whether it will work as contraception also?

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Am taking Yasmin as regular contraceptive pill for past 7 months. Now I want to switch sevista or novex 30.my dr also tell me to take this. And tell me for first 3 months I should take an additional contraception with this like condom.but I can use this because I want to hide this contraception process from my partner.can I continue Yez for first

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After how many days one should get periods after taking Levonorgestral tablet , and what if period gets skipped?

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I have alopecia and i need a birth control pill which will not relapse my aloepecia My last period was on 27 November Today is 18 December

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Can I take birth control pill if I've been smoking for the past 3-5 months? I've previously been on birth control- Novelon and I'm planning on continuing the same

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Pls coonect for onlime comsultation and advice ...  Read More

Want to know about contraception?contraception injection.can I take this shot.how can I get this.i want to avoid pill

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You can get the injection done by meeting a doctor in person ...  Read More

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