Taking a progestogen-only 'mini pill' carries a small risk of breast cancer - similar to combined oral contraceptive pills, say researchers. The study, in PLoS Medicine journal, is one of the ...

Medically reviewed by Anita Sadaty, MDMedically reviewed by Anita Sadaty, MD Progesterone is a naturally occurring hormone that helps prepare the lining of your uterus for pregnancy. Progestin is ...

The herbal supplement, which is commonly used to boost mood, can potentially reduce the efficacy of certain common ...

Some contraceptive pills could be sold over the counter in the UK for the first time, the government has said. It is asking the public for their views on whether two progestogen-only pills ...

Cadence OTC sells an affordable morning after pill in convenience stores. The company is also working to make a birth control ...

The combined pill (COC) and the progestogen-only pill (POP) work differently,” explains Dr Lee. “The combined pill (COC) contains two hormones, oestrogen and progestogen. It works by helping ...

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OTC daily birth control pills will be available online and on pharmacy and store shelves nationwide later this month.

It can also be used more than three hours late from the usual time of intake of the progesterone-only pill or if there is dislodgment or early removal of a diaphragm or cervical cap, during failed ...