Choice of contraceptives

Article Abstract:

Oral contraceptives containing estrogen and a progestin are extremely effective when taken as indicated. They appear to lower a woman's risk of gynecological cancer and strokes associated with their use have been infrequent. Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are effective but women who use them may have a slightly increased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease. Spermicides are chemicals that kill sperm cells but can also cause localized irritation. A new polyurethane condom may be stronger than latex condoms and less irritating. A new female condom may protect women from sexually transmitted diseases as well as pregnancy. Diaphragms and cervical caps used in conjunction with a spermicide are effective barrier methods. Depo-Provera and Norplant are injectable contraceptives that are extremely effective in preventing pregnancy.

Contraceptives

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Oral contraceptives

Article Abstract:

Most oral contraceptives contain estrogen and a progestin. Progestins are compounds that mimic the action of progesterone. Monophasic contraceptives provide a fixed dose of both compounds in each pill. Multiphasic contraceptives vary the dose of one or both to mimic the natural menstrual cycle. Contraceptives that contain low doses of estrogen seem to have fewer side effects. A list of all available oral contraceptives is included.

Oral contraceptives

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Oral balsalazide (Colazal) for ulcerative colitis

Article Abstract:

Balsalazide disodium is now available in the US for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. Sold under the trade name Colazal, it is the prodrug of mesalamine, which is also used to treat ulcerative colitis.

United States, Product/Service Evaluation, Product information, Drug therapy, Ulcerative colitis, Salix Pharmaceuticals Inc., Colazal (Medication)

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