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[O307]Oral Contraceptive Side Effects

by Olivia Andrews, Oli

Alesse oral contraceptives are highly effective means to control the unwanted pregnancy. Alesse oral contraceptives consist of synthetic forms of two hormones produced naturally in the body and the fluctuating levels of these hormones plays an important role in fertility which helps to avoid unwanted pregnancy among women.

Alesse birth control pill works effectively because it prevents the process of ovulation and thickens the cervical mucus to keep the sperm away to join the egg in the uterus. The hormones that are contained in the pills make the lining of the uterus thinner and prevent pregnancy by interfering with the implantation of fertilized egg.

Before you start taking Alesse one should take care of the following things:

1) Do not use Alesse or any other contraceptive if you are pregnant or if you have recently had a baby.

2) in case if you have any pervious case history of stroke or blood clot, hormone related problems, blood clot, uterine cancer, abnormal vaginal bleeding, liver disease, or a history of jaundice by birth control pills then avoid making use of any birth control pills.

3) Before you star Alesse birth control pills, it is better to take instruction of doctor. You may need to use back-up birth control, such as condom or a spermicide.

4) Use of any birth control may result in blood clots, stroke, or heart attack especially if you smoke or have crossed the age of 35 years.

5) In case if you use vitamins, mineral and herbal products then do not start using any birth control pills because some drugs can make your birth control pills less effective, which may result in unwanted pregnancy?

6) Do not use this medication if you are pregnant this can cause birth defects.

7) Do not make use of birth control pills if you are breast-feeding a baby. Because the hormones of this birth control pills can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby.

Before you start with Alesse oral birth control pills consult your doctor.

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Seasonal oral contraceptive is an extended- regimen birth control pill, which means it is helps to extend the time between your periods so you get them once every 3 months instead of every month. In simple words, it extends time between your periods. Seasonale is 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy when taken as directed.

While your get the convenience of 4 periods a year, you are also more likely to have spotting and breakthrough bleeding than with a traditional monthly birth control. First year you will, experience total bleeding days are similar to a traditional birth control pill.

Oral contraceptives are a very effective method of birth control, but seasonale pill does not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Some woman should not use pill, including women who have blood clots, a history of heart attack, and if you are pregnant or plan to become or even if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Follow the direction on your prescription label carefully or ask your doctor when to take your first tablet. Take the oral contraceptive exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Seasonale pill without informing your doctor.

In case if you have recently given birth, do not starts immediately taking any birth control pills, wait until four week after giving birth to begin taking oral contraceptive? Before you start taking oral contraceptive, ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient and read it carefully.

No need to change your dirt unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet which you used to have it before starting taking oral contraceptive. Oral contraceptive may increases the risk of developing endometrial and breast cancer, gallbladder disease, liver tumor, heart attack, stroke, and blood clots. Talk to your doctor about the risk of taking this medication.

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