What Is It- The combined contraceptive pill (also called the pill) is a type of hormonal contraception. It contains the hormones oestrogen and progestogen.
- It prevents pregnancy by stopping the ovaries releasing an egg each month.
- The combined pill is not suitable for everyone.
- It's over 99% effective if you use it correctly all the time. If not used correctly, for example missing a pill, it's less effective.
- When you stop taking the pill, your fertility usually returns to previous levels after about a month.
- The pill can help with acne, heavy or painful periods, PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and endometriosis.
- You can compare different methods, including how well they work and side effects, when choosing a method of contraception.
The combined pill does not stop you getting and passing on sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Use a condom every time you have sex to protect you and your partner against STIs, including HIV.
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