Oral Contraceptives

Introduction [ Watch video ]
Many women discontinue oral contraceptives, or do not even fill their prescriptions. Why does this happen and what can be a common outcome? [ Watch video ]
Therapeutic abortion is often requested as a response to unplanned pregnancy. What are the rates of termination of pregnancy in Saskatchewan? [ Watch video ]
What are some of the non-contraceptive benefits of hormonal contraception which might encourage persistent use? [ Watch video ]
How does the new progestin Drosiperone differ from those previously available? [ Watch video ]
What are the implications of the varying levels of estrogens and types of progestins available in low dose oral contraceptives? [ Watch video ]
How can we approach the belief that oral contraceptives produce weight gain and breast tenderness? [ Watch video ]
What other medications uses may influence your choice of contraception? [ Watch video ]
Case concerning the ideal estrogen-progestin content of oral contraceptives for individual patients:
[ Case 1 ]