Is taking oral contraceptives every day harmful to health?

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The article is professionally consulted by Master, Doctor Dinh Thanh Ha - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vinmec Nha Trang International Hospital
The daily birth control pill will affect hormones, prevent ovulation, and interfere with the fertilization process. In addition, the daily oral contraceptive pill has many other benefits. But many women also wonder if daily birth control pills have any effect?

1. The effect of daily oral contraceptives

In addition to the contraceptive effect, the daily use of oral contraceptives also brings other great benefits to women such as improving acne on the skin; skin beauty; regulate the menstrual cycle; reduce the risk of dangerous diseases in which the most common are breast tumors, endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer; prevent osteoporosis and reduce the chance of premenstrual syndrome.

2. Is it harmful to use birth control pills every day?

The main ingredients of the daily oral contraceptive pill are estrogen and progestogen. These two hormones have been licensed by the Ministry of Health to be used in the preparation of daily oral contraceptives, which have the effect of creating an ideal vaginal environment for fertilization, preventing ovulation and limiting ovulation. maximum fertility. Therefore, using oral contraceptives every day is not harmful. There is currently no evidence that oral contraceptives can cause infertility.
However, to use the daily contraceptive pill reasonably and effectively, you should see a doctor and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor. When you want to get pregnant, stop taking birth control pills and learn your baby's development week by week so you can know how to take care of a healthier pregnancy.

3. Are there any side effects of using oral contraceptives every day?

Besides the effects of birth control pills, because the drug changes women's hormones, it will cause some side effects. Most side effects will go away after 2-3 months.

4. Some common side effects when using oral contraceptives every day

Vaginal bleeding between menstrual cycles. Nausea: During the first period of using oral contraceptives, nausea may appear. The remedy is to eat full before taking the medicine. Breast tightness: Due to daily hormonal changes in the body, the breasts become tight during the first 2-3 weeks of using the pill. Headache. Weight gain: Daily use of birth control pills causes fluid retention in the hips and thighs, leading to an increase in body weight. Mood instability: Hormonal changes in the body lead to constant mood swings, a high risk of depression if not used properly. Vision problems. Decreased libido: When using oral contraceptives daily, hormone changes cause the body to reduce secretions, causing pain, leading to loss of interest in married life. Pain during sex due to incorrect dosage of birth control pills can lead to chronic pelvic pain in women. Amenorrhea: In the process of using oral contraceptives daily, the body is likely to experience amenorrhea when the period is due, due to the influence of hormone changes along with external influences such as stress, illness. , exercise vigorously. You need to see a doctor for timely treatment if unusual symptoms appear.

5. Some notes when using birth control pills every day

Read the instructions for use carefully before drinking. You should consult with your doctor to choose the right medicine for your health condition. Take the medicine regularly every day at a certain time frame, preferably in the evening before going to bed. Women with cardiovascular disease, liver disease, diabetes, brain circulatory disorders... should not use the drug. In case the side effects of the drug go on for too long or with more frequency than usual, women should go to a medical facility for a timely examination. When you see any unusual signs or symptoms after using birth control pills, you should contact or immediately go to the nearest medical center for emergency assistance.

6. Some good daily birth control pills

6.1 Contraceptive pill Rigevidon Contraceptive pill Rigevidon works by preventing ovulation, thereby preventing conception. The drug also works to help regulate menstruation, reduce the possibility of menstrual pain in women.
Packing: 1 blister includes 21 white tablets and 07 Fe tablets.
How to use: Start taking the pill on the 5th day of the menstrual cycle, take it continuously in the order indicated on the pill pack, take 1 pill a day at a certain time. After taking all 21 white pills, switch to 7 Fe pills, continue to take them until there is no need for contraception.
6.2 Marvelon Contraceptive Pill

This is one of the daily birth control pills that are rated as safe and give the best results. Marvelon contraceptives are contraindicated for use in cases of cardiovascular disease, a history of cardiovascular disease, and pregnant women.
Packing: 1 blister contains 21 tablets.
How to use: Start taking the pill from the first day of the menstrual cycle, take 1 pill per day and take it continuously for 21 days. After taking the first pack, stop for 7 days, then start taking the next pack, and so on until there is no longer a need for contraception, then stop.
Above is some basic information about using oral contraceptives every day. Currently, the use of birth control pills is very popular, but how to use the drug to minimize the side effects of the drug on health is very important. Therefore, you should see a doctor and listen to the advice of your doctor to use birth control pills daily accordingly.
If you do not intend to become pregnant and want to prepare for the best health and mental health before having children, go to medical facilities for pre-marital health check-ups. You will be consulted by specialist doctors on effective methods of contraception and contraception before getting married, and will be examined for fertility and sexual evaluation, screened for sexually transmitted diseases, and screened. screening for genetic diseases. In particular, this examination process will be able to detect early causes that can lead to infertility and infertility so that early intervention measures can be taken. Doctors will also advise on the best time to give birth and measures to be able to give birth to healthy and intelligent children.
Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital is implementing basic and advanced pre-marital reproductive health packages. Vinmec has Vinmec Fertility Support Center, the leading modern center in Vietnam, built and applied a treatment process that combines comprehensive examination, combining both male and female obstetrics and gynecology to offer the best solution. for each customer case. The medical team are highly qualified and experienced experts, capable of synchronously and comprehensively deploying the most advanced assisted reproductive techniques today.
Vinmec Stem Cell and Gene Technology Research Institute is located next to Vinmec Fertility Center, convenient for consulting and diagnosing genetic diseases. After performing the necessary screening tests for both men and women, the doctors will analyze the results and give advice tailored to each case. All customer information is kept confidential, ensuring privacy.

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