Combined Oral Contraceptives: Side Effects Review
Published: 2020-08-10
Page: 181-188
Issue: 2020 - Volume 3 [Issue 1]
Madina B. Tursinbaeva *
Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The use of contraception prevents an unwanted pregnancy, and also reduces the risk of developing diseases associated with premature pregnancy for women, especially for teenage girls.
The main criteria for choosing a hormonal contraceptive are its effectiveness and safety. Correct assessment of risk factors, indications and contraindications will allow the use of hormonal contraceptives with maximum effect.
For most women, oral contraception is safe, convenient and effective, but you should consult about the possible side effects and the importance of strict adherence to the regimen of oral contraceptives. This review discusses the side effects of combined contraceptives.
Keywords: Combined oral contraceptives, depression, cancer, obesity, thromboembolism