Low Dose Birth Control Pills

Reduce side effects of birth control pills (applause in0.125 mg
the gallery!) Led to the reduction in the amount ofStep 3: 0.025 mg of ethinyl estradiol and desogestrel
synthetic hormones, estrogen and progestin, which0.15 mg
contained and the development of "new generation"In a study of 5654 women, over six menstrual cycles,
low-dose birth control pills. "Low dose" does not makesome used the popular Ortho-Novum 7/7/7 triphasic
much sense to you if you do not know what this termand other used Cyclessa. We found that women who
refers to what the information below can help.had used significantly less Cyclessa breakthrough
Therefore, how can I go with low-dose hormonebleeding or spotting and experienced an average
ingredients to be effective in preventing pregnancy?weight loss of 4 pounds. versus an average weight
Good question, because not all birth control pills containgain of 2 lbs. with which Ortho-Novum 7/7/7.
exactly the same amount of estrogen and progestin. ITricycle Ortho Lo: 3 types of pills in the package
thought it a useful reference for you would be a list ofWhite * each tablet contains 0,025 mg of ethinyl
low-dose and ultra low dose pills that can at leastestradiol and 0.180 mg norgestimate
discuss the pros and cons with your doctor and see if* Each light blue tablet contains 0.025 mg of ethinyl
you are a good candidate to move from say, a doseestradiol and 0.215 mg norgestimate
low 0.035 mg estrogen pill at a ultra low dose 0.020mgBlack * each tablet contains 0,025 mg of ethinyl
estrogen pill. You may find the experience less orestradiol and 0.250 mg norgestimate
reduced side effects. Generic brands of low-dose birth(Ortho-cyclen Ortho Tricycle and each containing 0.035
control pills are also available.mg of ethinyl estradiol, contain slightly higher amounts
Birth control pills with the least amount of estrogen thatof estrogen in each type of pill Ortho Tricycle Lo)
is 0.02mg of estrogen (usually ethinyl estradiol) areYASMIN YAZ and two more low dose birth control
classed as' ultra low dose 'pills. 0.020mg of estrogen ispills containing 0.03 mg and 0.02 mg respectivelyof
sufficient for contraception but the side effects of theestrogen, but have a different type of progestin in the
location and progress of bleeding are more commonother pills called drospirenone (3.0 mg). As a
with this type of ultra low dose birth control pills withdisadvantage, since Yasmin / Yaz can increase levels
low dose pills containing 0.030mg or 0.035mg ofof potassium, is not recommended for women with
estrogen .liver, adrenal or kidney problems, but on the side,
Here are some brand names of "ultra low dose" birthYasmin / Yaz appear to reduce water retention and
control pills on the market a generic version availabletherefore swelling and in some women gives a sense
online now that you know how much estrogen you'reof wellbeing. These pills also have a following among
looking for. The estrogen component and is the firstthose who suffer from acne, as it seems to improve
progestin component second.the skin condition in a lot of cases.As with many other
* Alessa (Aviano, Lessin, Luther, Sronyx) contains 0.02types of birth control pills, Yasmin may not be suitable
mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.1 mg levonorgestrelfor you if other OTC analgesics, potassium-sparing
* Mircette contains 0.02 mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.15diuretics, potassium supplements or specific
mg desogestrelmedications so you must check this with a doctor first.
0.02mg estrogen-containing pills 0.035mg.of areNursing mothers
classified as "low dose" pills. Here are some brandYou've heard of the 'mini' pill (progestin only pill or POP),
names of "low dose" birth control pills:typically prescribed for women who are breastfeeding
* LoOvral containing 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.3or who have an intolerance to estrogen. A "mini pill"
mg and nogestrelcan be started immediately after delivery or abortion.
* Nordette contains 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.15No pause of 7 days or dummy pills as there are with
mg levognorgestrelthe combined pill and must be taken at the same time
* Ortho-CEPT (Reclipsen, used) contains 0.03 mgeach day. Micronora contains 0.35 mg norethindrone
ethinyl estradiol and 0.15 mg desogestreland NO estrogen at all. In other countries, some brand
* Desogen contains 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol and 0.15names include: Microlut 28, Microval 28, Locilan 28 and
mg desogestrelNoriday.
* Levlen21 containing 0.03 mg ethinyl estradiol andPills containing high amounts of estrogen and progestin
levonorgestrel 0.15 mgare used for emergency contraception and is known
* Seasonale / Seasonique contain 0.03mg of ethinylas the 'morning after pill "or Plan B pill is a common
estradiol and levonorgestrel 0.15 mgPrevention each coated blue pill containing 0.25 mg of
If you're a fan of triphasic pills, here are some that lowlevonorgestrel and 0.05 mg (milligrams, not micrograms)
dose: Cyclessaof estrogen - usually takes 2 doses, 12 hours. Plan B is
Phase 1: ethinyl estradiol 0.025 mg and 0.1 mga 'day after' pill that contains only one hormone,
desogestrelprogestin (levonorgestrel) Tablets, 0.75 mg.
Phase 2: ethinyl estradiol 0.025 mg desogestrel and