The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
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ISSUE 1557
ISSUE 1557
October 8, 2018
Choice of Contraceptives
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October 8, 2018 (Issue: 1557)
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the etonogestrel
implant are the most effective reversible contraceptive
methods available. Hormonal oral contraceptives,
patches, rings, and injectables are also highly effective
in preventing pregnancy. When used alone, barrier and
fertility-based methods generally have higher failure
rates than other methods.
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