What does monophasic birth control mean?

Are you tired of trying to decipher all the different types of birth control out there? Between pills, patches, injections, and implants – it can be a bit overwhelming. Fear not, because we are here to break down one type in particular: monophasic birth control!

The Basics

Let’s start with some basic information. Monophasic birth control refers to a type of oral contraceptive pill that contains a consistent amount of hormones throughout your entire monthly cycle. This differs from triphasic or biphasic pills which have varying levels of hormones during different stages.

Hormones

Now let’s talk about those hormones! Most monophasic pills contain both estrogen and progestin (synthetic progesterone) which work together to prevent pregnancy by preventing ovulation- releasing an egg -from occurring. These same hormones can also thicken cervical mucus making it more difficult for sperm to reach an egg.

Fun fact: Some brands may contain progestin only instead – so double-check with your doctor if this is the right option for you.

Risks

As with any medication or hormone treatment plan, there are potential risks associated with using monophasic contraception – but hold on, don’t get tied up just yet!

The most common side effects include:

  • Nausea
  • Headaches
  • Mood changes
  • Irregular bleeding / break through bleeding
    Yep being female is truly amazing…

Did reading those side effects make you feel sick already? Don’t worry they’re unlikely and shouldn’t discourage anyone from considering this form of protection as their chosen method.

Rare but serious side effects may include blood clots in the legs/lungs/heart & increased risk for breast cancer when used long term so discussing family history etc…with your provider prior starting treatment is crucial .

How To Take Monophasic Birth Control?

Now that we’ve got the scary stuff out of the way, let’s talk about what it takes to get started with monophasic birth control- and no, this does not involve joining a cult.

Dosage

Generally speaking , forgetting to take them is a big NO! But unlike other types of oral contraceptives you only need to consume one pill per day at roughly the same time each day ( aka 24 hours apart +/- 2 hours ) until your pack runs out or you forget one which can be stressful TBH.

A standard pack contains 28 pills; usually seven are placebo “reminder” pills used for convenience ( because everyone loves routine) but don’t exactly contain hormones… so there’s nothing exciting in those little buggers – except they help keep track of when it’s time to start a new pack .

Time Management

For some people remembering to pop their pill everyday works like clockwork …but truthfully most women struggle keeping up with daily dosages – especially with dinner being burnt , kids/neighbours yelling or just changing workout routines…

But worry not my dear fallible human ! If taking pills every day doesn’t sound like your jam there are many other options available as well such as IUDs, shots etc… although these have their own pros and cons . You should definitely consult someone who knows more than CleoPatra#

Effectiveness Of Monophasic Birth Control

Okay, let’s now cut through all the jargon, how effective is monophasic birth control actually? According to studies, if taken on schedule, this type of contraception has an effectiveness rate between 97-99%.

That being said..if girl after ‘3 margs’ decides she wants her mouth saying ‘we caught ourselves unicorns shooting rainbows last night’ rather then racing off during that time of the month, her ability to remember daily dosages may slip or worse – be left at the bar.

Conclusion

So there you have it – an overview of monophasic birth control! This type of pill can provide safe and effective contraception when taken correctly. However, keep in mind that all forms of birth control come with risks and potential side effects too! Don’t forget: A perfect contraceptive method does not exist & asking for help is completely normal 🙂

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