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Which birth control pill should be used to avoid unwanted pregnancy at the age of 41 yrs? Will this have side effects? What routine to follow to consume contraceptive pills?
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A detailed history is needed to prescribe best contraceptive options at this age. Kindly consult
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Since age is on the higher side the oral contraceptive has side effects.So it's advisable to go for permanent methods like copper T insertion or permanent methods like tubal ligation
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Go for intrauterine cut insertion ,Cu-T will be best option for you ,no hormones,no risk of weight gain,no need to remember to take tablet etc
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At the age of 41 years you should avoid exposure to hormones as far as possible.
You can use an Intrauterine contraceptive device .
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Dr. Thrupthi Reddy
Infertility Specialist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
41 yrs
Need to know any other medical conditions like DM,HTN, cardiac disease, asthma
U can go for CU T Insertion
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Dr. Zaheda Aziz
Gynecologist
2 yrs exp
Ernakulam
Before prescribing birth control methods, we assess your risk factors like age, any medical conditions like hypertension, risk of blood clotting, family history and several other parameters
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Birth control pills are hormonal pills which can have serious side effects if taken without proper evaluation especially after 40 years.
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
You can take OC pill.
Consult for prescription please.
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
You will have to connect for a prescription
No it will not have any side effects
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Dr. Dishaa Bansal
Gynecologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
Tab chhaya can be taken
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