When is the best time to take birth control pills?

As today's society develops rapidly, young people are not as conservative as before in their personal lives. Cohabitation, trial marriage, and even one-night stands have become commonplace in their lives. Various types of contraceptives have become numerous, and the consequences of taking contraceptives frequently cannot be ignored. So how should you take birth control pills? When is the best time to take birth control pills?

1. Long-acting contraceptive pills:

Contains synthetic progestin and long-acting estrogen. After the drug enters the human body, it will be stored in the fat tissue and then slowly released to inhibit ovulation and act as a long-term contraceptive. It is suitable for women who cannot have an intrauterine contraceptive device and are unwilling to use other contraceptive methods. The main ones are compound long-acting levonorgestrel oral tablets. Generally, take one tablet on the fifth day after menstruation, and another tablet 20 days later. Not as effective as short-acting contraceptives. After taking the medicine, some women will experience increased vaginal discharge, menstrual disorders, and early pregnancy-like reactions, and sometimes bleeding that is difficult to control. Some people may also experience allergic reactions.

2. Short-acting contraceptive pills:

The main ingredients are progesterone and estrogen. It has the effects of inhibiting ovulation, hindering the normal growth of the endometrium, changing the properties of cervical mucus and changing the normal peristalsis of the fallopian tubes. Suitable for women without underlying diseases or diabetes.

3. Emergency contraceptive pills:

The main ingredient is progesterone. The drug's mechanism of action is basically the same as that of short-acting contraceptives. Suitable for women under 40 years old. Generally, the first tablet should be taken within 72 hours after sexual intercourse, and then another tablet should be taken 12 hours later. The earlier you take it, the better the effect. The side effects are quite obvious, and often include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, fatigue, breast swelling, bleeding, delayed menstruation, etc. Taking emergency contraceptive pills is only a remedial measure and should not be used as a regular contraceptive method. It can only be used occasionally. This is because its dosage is high and the side effects are relatively large. Generally speaking, experts believe that birth control pills should be taken no more than once a month, and preferably no more than three times a year.

The above introduces the time to take the three main contraceptive pills. I hope it can serve as a reference for friends in need. Here is a friendly reminder for everyone: birth control pills should not be taken frequently as a regular means of contraception. They can only be used as a remedy for contraceptive failure. It is fine to take them occasionally, but not frequently.