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2. Oral contraceptive pill - Wikipedia

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   Oral contraceptives, abbreviated OCPs, also known as birth control pills, are medications taken by mouth for the purpose of birth control.The introduction of the birth control pill ("the Pill") in 1960 revolutionized the options for contraception, sparking vibrant discussion in the scientific and social science literature and in the media.

3. Hormonal contraception - Wikipedia

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   Birth control pills are the most commonly prescribed hormonal treatment for hirsutism, as they prevent ovulation and decrease androgen production by the ovaries. Additionally, estrogen in the pills stimulates the liver to produce more of a protein that binds to androgens and reduces their activity.

4. Growth hormone therapy - Wikipedia

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   Growth hormone is a peptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates growth and cell reproduction. In the past, growth hormone was extracted from human pituitary glands. Growth hormone is now produced by recombinant DNA technology and is prescribed for a variety of reasons. GH therapy has been a focus of social and ethical ...

5. Ethinylestradiol/cyproterone acetate - Wikipedia

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   [17] [4] However, it is thought that the antiandrogenic activity of CPA may only be significant at higher doses than are present in birth control pills. [4] [19] Both EE and CPA have antigonadotropic effects and act as contraceptives in women by suppressing ovulation. [17]

6. Ethinylestradiol/levonorgestrel - Wikipedia

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   Side effects can include nausea, headache, blood clots, breast pain, depression, and liver problems. [3] Use is not recommended during pregnancy, the initial three weeks after childbirth, and in those at high risk of blood clots. [3] However, it may be started immediately after a miscarriage or abortion. [5]

7. Here Are 5 Possible Side Effects of Quitting Hormonal Birth ...

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   Stopping the pill or IUD can be intimidating, but usually side effects, such as PMS, heavier periods, and acne, are easy to treat. Here Are 5 Possible Side Effects of Quitting Hormonal Birth ...

8. Side effect grips some users of birth control pills - depression

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   Research on the relationship between hormonal birth control and depression remains ambiguous. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways ...

9. Progestogen (medication) - Wikipedia

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   [50] [51] Reviews from before 1980 reported a high incidence of adverse mood effects with combined birth control pills. [48] However, doses of estrogens and progestogens in birth control pills before 1980 were considerably higher than those used today, and these doses frequently caused unpleasant side effects that may have unfavorably ...