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Choice of Contraceptives
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • May 15, 2023; (Issue 1676)
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the etonogestrel
implant are the most effective reversible contraceptive
methods available. Hormonal oral contraceptives,
patches, rings, and injectables are also effective...
Intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the etonogestrel
implant are the most effective reversible contraceptive
methods available. Hormonal oral contraceptives,
patches, rings, and injectables are also effective in
preventing pregnancy. When used alone, barrier and
behavioral methods generally have higher failure
rates than other methods (see Table 1). Selection of
a contraceptive method is usually based on patient-specific factors and personal preference
Phexxi - A Nonhormonal Contraceptive Gel
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • August 24, 2020; (Issue 1605)
The FDA has approved Phexxi (Evofem), a
nonhormonal prescription-only vaginal gel containing
lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate, for
prevention of pregnancy. The gel is intended for...
The FDA has approved Phexxi (Evofem), a
nonhormonal prescription-only vaginal gel containing
lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate, for
prevention of pregnancy. The gel is intended for on-demand
contraception; it is not effective when used
after intercourse. It was previously approved for
use as a vaginal lubricant (Amphora), but was never
marketed.
Choice of Contraceptives
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • 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...
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.
Choice of Contraceptives
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • September 14, 2015; (Issue 1477)
Implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and sterilization
are the most effective contraceptive methods available.
Pills, patches, rings, and injectables, when used
correctly, are also highly effective in...
Implants, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and sterilization
are the most effective contraceptive methods available.
Pills, patches, rings, and injectables, when used
correctly, are also highly effective in preventing pregnancy.
Barrier and fertility-based methods have the
highest rates of failure.
A New Low-Dose Levonorgestrel-Releasing IUD (Skyla)
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • March 18, 2013; (Issue 1412)
The FDA recently approved Skyla (Bayer), the first new
intrauterine device (IUD) in the US in 12 years. It
releases levonorgestrel, a synthetic progestin, over a
period of 3 years. A table summarizing...
The FDA recently approved Skyla (Bayer), the first new
intrauterine device (IUD) in the US in 12 years. It
releases levonorgestrel, a synthetic progestin, over a
period of 3 years. A table summarizing contraceptive
methods available in the US appears on page 22.
Choice of Contraceptives
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • February 3, 1995; (Issue 941)
New information about contraceptives continues to become available. The commonly used methods of reversible contraception are listed...
New information about contraceptives continues to become available. The commonly used methods of reversible contraception are listed below.
The Female Condom
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • December 24, 1993; (Issue 912)
A condom for women (Reality - Wisconsin Pharmacal) to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS, has been approved for marketing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Already...
A condom for women (Reality - Wisconsin Pharmacal) to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS, has been approved for marketing by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Already available in many family planning clinics, it will be available in pharmacies in a few months.
Choice of Contraceptives
The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics • December 11, 1992; (Issue 885)
The commonly used methods of reversible contraception are listed in the table below. Additional information is available in RA Hatcher et al, Contraceptive Technology, 1990-1992, 15th ed, New York:Irvington,...
The commonly used methods of reversible contraception are listed in the table below. Additional information is available in RA Hatcher et al, Contraceptive Technology, 1990-1992, 15th ed, New York:Irvington, 1990.