What can oral contraceptives do

Apart from preventing pregnancy, oral contraceptives can also be prescribed for the following reasons:

Treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis or uterine fibroids.

Lower the risk of ovarian, uterine and colon cancers.

Improve or stop acne.

Stop unwanted hair growth.

Reduce migraines or control hot flashes during the transition period into menopause.

How do birth control pills work?

Birth control pills contain two important hormones: estrogen and progestin.

These hormones prevent pregnancy by:

Stopping or reducing ovulation in a woman
Thickening the cervical mucus to keep sperm from entering the uterus
Thinning the uterus lining which makes it difficult for a fertilised egg to attach itself to the uterus

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At Artisan Health, we offer two types of birth control pills:

Combination pills (known as oral contraceptives or COCs)

These contain estrogen and progestin and work to change the hormone balance in the body. They prevent a woman from ovulating.

Progestin-only pills (known as POPs or mini pills)

These contain only progestin. They thicken the cervical mucus and thin the lining of the uterus and prevent the sperm from reaching the egg. At times, POPs are known to suppress ovulation.

Benefits of birth control pills

Prevent pregnancies by 99%
Can be used for health purposes e.g. regulate or lighten menstruation
Lessen menstrual cramps and manage premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (PMDD)
Help prevent anaemia by manipulating a woman’s menstrual cycle to be lighter or shorter
Improve acne
Used in treating endometriosis, PCOS and uterine fibroids
Safe, affordable and convenient birth control method

What results can I expect from taking birth control pills?

In order for birth control pills to work best for you, you should:

Only engage in sexual intercourse after 7 consecutive days of taking the pill (it can take up to 7 days for birth control pills to become effective)
Remember to take your pill every day on time – failure to do so can increase your risk of pregnancy

If you are taking birth control pills to control acne or abnormal menstruation, take note that you will only see signs of effectiveness after 3 to 4 months.

If you miss a pill, it’s important to take it as soon as possible before following the usual daily dose as planned.

Looking to prevent unwanted pregnancy?

Get your birth control pills at The Artisan Health Clinic in Singapore.

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Birth Control Pills

What are birth control pills?

Commonly known as “the pill”, birth control pills are medicines that contain hormones to prevent unwanted pregnancies. When taken correctly, birth control pills have a 99.0% efficacy rate. The pill is most effective when taken consistently at the same time every day.

Apart from preventing pregnancy, oral contraceptives can also be prescribed for the following reasons:

Treatment for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis or uterine fibroids.

Lower the risk of ovarian, uterine and colon cancers.

Improve or stop acne.

Stop unwanted hair growth.

Reduce migraines or control hot flashes during the transition period into menopause.

How do birth control pills work?

Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer to look out for include:

Birth control pills contain two important hormones: estrogen and progestin.

These hormones prevent pregnancy by:

Stopping or reducing ovulation in a woman
Thickening the cervical mucus to keep sperm from entering the uterus
Thinning the uterus lining which makes it difficult for a fertilised egg to attach itself to the uterus

‍

At Artisan Health, we offer two types of birth control pills:

Combination pills (known as oral contraceptives or COCs)

These contain estrogen and progestin and work to change the hormone balance in the body. They prevent a woman from ovulating.

Progestin-only pills (known as POPs or mini pills)

These contain only progestin. They thicken the cervical mucus and thin the lining of the uterus and prevent the sperm from reaching the egg. At times, POPs are known to suppress ovulation.

Looking to prevent unwanted pregnancy?

Get your birth control pills at The Artisan Health Clinic in Singapore

预约咨询

Benefits of birth control pills

Prevent pregnancies by 99%
Can be used for health purposes e.g. regulate or lighten menstruation
Lessen menstrual cramps and manage premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysmorphic disorder (PMDD)
Help prevent anaemia by manipulating a woman’s menstrual cycle to be lighter or shorter
Improve acne
Used in treating endometriosis, PCOS and uterine fibroids
Safe, affordable and convenient birth control method

What results can I expect from taking birth control pills?

In order for birth control pills to work best for you, you should:

Only engage in sexual intercourse after 7 consecutive days of taking the pill (it can take up to 7 days for birth control pills to become effective)
Remember to take your pill every day on time – failure to do so can increase your risk of pregnancy

If you are taking birth control pills to control acne or abnormal menstruation, take note that you will only see signs of effectiveness after 3 to 4 months.

If you miss a pill, it’s important to take it as soon as possible before following the usual daily dose as planned.

FAQs on birth control pills.

Will birth control pills protect against or prevent STDs?

The main purpose of taking the pill is to prevent pregnancy, but it will not protect you from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or infections. The use of condoms can not only prevent pregnancies but lowers the chances of getting and spreading STDs.

When should I take birth control pills?

Birth control pills can be taken anytime during the day but for best results, it’s recommended to take them at the same time every day.

Do birth control pills stop periods?

The pill will prevent a woman’s body from producing hormones involved in the ovulation and menstruation process. When a woman stops taking the pill, it will take some time before the body can start producing the same hormones again. Your period should resume 3 months after you stop taking the pill.

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What can oral contraceptives do

How do birth control pills work?

Combination pills (known as oral contraceptives or COCs)

Progestin-only pills (known as POPs or mini pills)

Benefits of birth control pills

What results can I expect from taking birth control pills?

Looking to prevent unwanted pregnancy?

Will birth control pills protect against or prevent STDs?

When should I take birth control pills?

Do birth control pills stop periods?

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Combination pills (known as oral contraceptives or COCs)

Progestin-only pills (known as POPs or mini pills)

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