Sugar Editorial Picks
Jul 31, 2007 -
The commercial for Seasonale, a birth control pill, raves about getting only 4 periods a year. So what's the deal? Is that safe?
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May 21, 2007 -
See ya Aunt Flo. Adios cramps! Sayonara uncontrollable mood swings and chocolate cravings!
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Dec 27, 2006 -
The commercial for Seasonale, a birth control pill, raves about getting only 4 periods a year. So what's the deal? Is that safe?
- 8 Comments
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Ethinyl Estradiol (ETH-in-il es-tra-DYE-ole), Levonorgestrel (LEE-voe-nor-jes-trel)
Prevents pregnancy. This medicine is an oral contraceptive (birth control pill).
Brand Name(s)
Aviane, Trivora-28, Levora-28, Lutera, Enpresse-28, Seasonale, Portia-28, Lessina 28, Levlite 28, Levlen, Nordette-28, Jolessa, Quasense, Sronyx, Seasonique
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Oral Contraception
- Implant Contraception
- Injected Contraception
- Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)...
- Spermicidal and Barrier Con...
- Natural Family Planning Met...
- Emergency Contraception
- Female Sterilization
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
First "No-Period" Birth Control Pill Approved
In May 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progestin levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year with no inactive pill breaks.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Menstrual Disorders
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
“No-Period” Pill Approved
In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year -- with no inactive pill breaks.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Lifestyle Changes
- Medications
- Conservative Surgery
- Hysterectomy
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Highlights
Drug Approval
Women with menstrual pain due to endometriosis have a new treatment option. In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, a continuous-dose oral contraceptive that completely eliminates menstrual periods. Lybrel, which contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol, is taken 365 days a year with active pills.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Information
- References
Illustrations
The cervical cap
The diaphragm
Intrauterine device
Side sectional view of female reproductive system
The male condom
Hormone-based contraceptives
Tubal ligation
Vaginal ring
Tubal ligation - series
Barrier methods of birth control - series
Birth control pill - series
Before and after vasectomy
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Which form of birth control you choose depends on a number of different factors, including your health, how often you have sex, and whether or not you want children.
Alternative Names
Contraception; Family planning and contraception
Information
Here are some factors to consider when selecting a birth control method:
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Effectiveness -- how well does the method prevent pregnancy? Look at the number of pregnancies in 100 women using that method over a period of one year.
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Apr 21, 2008 -
A while back, I discussed whether or not it was safe to get only four periods a year by using Seasonale birth control pills. It is safe, and here's why: When you take the week of sugar pills while on birth control, the period you get isn't a real period, since the hormones prevent you from ovulating and you're not releasing an egg. It's actually a pill period, and it is your body's reaction to the withdrawal of hormones.
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Feb 25, 2008 -
Did any of you catch this weekend's episode of Saturday Night Live? If not, you missed one hilarious skit! It was modeled after the birth control pill Seasonale, which only gives you four periods a year.
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