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How does the Pill compare to other birth control options? Find out here.

Just the Facts
Before making a decision, click here to learn the facts about the most popular form of reversible birth control in the United States - the Pill.

 
 

Pill Or Patch?
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A History of Oral Contraceptives
The desire to control female reproduction is not a 20th-century phenomenon. Click here for the history of oral contraceptives.
 
 
 

Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
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More Than Contraception
ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN provides benefits other than contraception. Click here for details.

    What You Should Know
Oral contraceptives are not for everybody. Click here to learn about the side effects of the Pill.
 
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Additional Resources
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Important Safety Information
Serious as well as minor side effects have been reorted with the use of oral contraceptives. Serious risks, which can be life threatening, include blood clots, stroke and heart attacks, and are increased if you smoke cigarettes. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects, especially if you are over 35. Women who use oral contraceptives are strongly advised not to smoke. Some women should not use the Pill, including women who have blood clots, certain cancers, a history of heart attack or stroke, as well as those who are or may be pregnant. The Pill does not protect against HIV or sexually transmitted diseases.

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