NON HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL SKIN
NON HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL PATCH

Fertility returns with the first ovulation cycle following IUD removal.

Can be removed whenever you have problems or want to stop using it.

Most cost-effective method of birth control over time.

More than 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.

Does not require co-operation of sex partner.

Does not require interruption of foreplay or intercourse.

These advantages and disadvantages apply to both hormonal and non-hormonal IUDs.

Shot can cause reversible bone mineral loss.

Shot may decrease levels of HDL ('good') cholesterol.

Shot may delay return of normal cycles for 6 to 8 months after the medicine is stopped, but there is no delay with pills or implant.

Implant must be inserted and removed by a trained health professional.

Pills must be taken at the same time each day.

Progestin-only pills are less effective than combination pills, but the shot and implant is extremely effective.

Makes diabetes more likely if you have had gestational diabetes during pregnancy.

Causes more irregular periods or spotting between periods.

Shot reduces number of sickle cell crises in women who have sickle cell disease.

Shot reduces frequency of seizures in women who have a seizure disorder.

Shot reduces symptoms of endometriosis.Shot protects for about 3 months implant last 3 years.Shot and implant provide extremely effective birth control protection.Implant gives rapid return to fertility following removal.Possible protection against endometrial and ovarian cancer.May be used by women over 35 who are smokers.Does not contain estrogen, so can be used by women who cannot take estrogen.Shot reduces bleeding with periods, which lowers the risk of anemia.Reduced cramps and pain during ovulation.Fewer or no periods (especially with the shot or implant).Health Canada suggests that you talk to your doctor about your risks before using the patch. The risk may be higher if you smoke or have certain health problems.

NON HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL PATCH

Some research has found that women using the patch are more likely to get dangerous blood clots in the legs and lungs.

Patches deliver more estrogen than low-dose birth control pills do.

This can release a high dose of hormone from the patch, which leaves less for the patch to release later in the week.

Patches may not fully protect you from pregnancy if they are exposed to direct sun or high heat.

May not be as effective when taken with certain medicines.

Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections or HIV.

May protect against ovarian and endometrial cancer.

Reduced risk of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

Reduced bleeding and cramping with periods, which lowers the risk of anemia.

No interruption of foreplay or intercourse.

NON HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL SKIN

Combination pills, skin patch, or vaginal ring (estrogen plus progestin) The following tables list some pros and cons of using hormonal birth control methods.

Non hormonal birth control