Tag: contraceptives

Is your birth control increasing your risk of brain tumour?

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has advised that the product information for medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) be updated to include revised safety warnings, including the risk of meningioma, Cape {town} Etc reports. MPA is a synthetic oral and injectable form of the hormone progesterone and is used for birth control and the management […]

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How effective is the birth control gel?

Birth control has come a long way, and now birth control gel is making waves as a hormone-free option! Designed for convenience and control, this gel offers a new approach to pregnancy prevention, without relying on pills, patches, or injections. But how effective is it? If you’re curious about this innovation and whether it might […]

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These are the side effects of contraceptives

Contraceptives are meant to protect and prevent women from getting pregnant, and when taken correctly, they do the job very well. However, just like any medication, they have their downsides and the effects vary depending on each individual. There are instances where some women would complain that certain contraceptives don’t work for them and there […]

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