Triphasil (commonly known as “The Pill”) is used to prevent unwanted pregnancy and is sometimes administered for the regulation of the menstrual cycle. It is an oral contraceptive which contains two active ingredients (levonorgestrel and ethinyloestradiol). These resemble natural body hormones.
Ortho Tri-Cyclen is a combination contraceptive containing estrogen and progestin. On doctor’s advice, it may also be used to regulate the menstrual cycle, treat symptoms of menopause or other conditions. In order to avoid missing a dose, Ortho Tri-Cyclen must be taken at the same time every day.
Yasmin is an oral contraceptive. It contains a progestin hormone called drospirenone and thus differs from other oral contraceptives. Yasmin does not protect you against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases.
Mircette is a contraceptive. Oral contraceptives are sold in packs of 21 or 28 tablets. If your doctor prescribes a 21-tablet pack, take one tablet daily for 21 days, followed by 7 tablet-free days before starting a new pack. If your doctor prescribed a 28-tablet pack, take one tablet daily for 28 days following the leaflet instructions. The last seven tablets in a 28-tablet pack have a different color. More…
Ortho Evra contains the hormones estrogen and progestin. It is a combination hormonal contraceptive (birth control) skin patch. The patch cannot be used for protection against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases.
Alesse has a 99% efficacy as a birth control method when taken as directed. It contains natural hormones which prevent the ovary from releasing an egg and the penetration of sperm in the uterus. Alesse ensures reliability and ultimate satisfaction of intimate moments.
