Amending the contraceptive pack: when to do it and possible effects

Amending the contraceptive pack: when to do it and possible effects

A woman can amend two contraceptive packs, without any risk to her health and without interfering with her reproductive capacity. However, anyone who wants to stop menstruating must change the pill for a continuous pill, which does not require a break or menstruation. There is no consensus among gynecologists on how many contraceptive packs can […]

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Aixa contraceptive: how to take it and possible side effects

Aixa contraceptive: how to take it and possible side effects

Aixa is a contraceptive tablet manufactured by the company Medley, composed of the active ingredients Chlormadinone Acetate 2 mg + Ethinylestradiol 0.03 mg, which can also be found in generic form under these names. Any contraceptive is used as a contraceptive method to prevent unwanted pregnancy, and is recommended for sexually active women or whenever […]

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Elani cycle: what it is for, how to take it and side effects

Elani cycle: what it is for, how to take it and side effects

Elani cycle, or Elani cycle 21, is a contraceptive that contains two female hormones, drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol, which act by preventing ovulation and causing changes in cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, preventing pregnancy. Because it has low doses of hormones, this contraceptive reduces fluid retention that can […]

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Silver IUD: what it is, how it works and side effects

Silver IUD: what it is, how it works and side effects

The silver IUD is an effective contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy, as it is composed of copper and silver and can promote changes in the characteristics of a woman’s uterus and make cervical mucus thicker, interfering with sperm mobility and preventing fertilization. . The silver IUD has a “Y” shape, making it easier for the […]

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9 side effects of the morning after pill and what to do

9 side effects of the morning after pill and what to do

The morning-after pill can cause some side effects, such as delayed menstruation, abdominal pain, excessive tiredness, breast tenderness or dizziness, and these generally last a few days and vary from woman to woman. Side effects can occur both with the single-dose levonorgestrel pill, with one 1.5 mg tablet, or with the divided dose, with two […]

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9 side effects of contraceptives (and what to do)

9 side effects of contraceptives (and what to do)

The contraceptive can cause side effects such as abdominal pain, nausea, headache, pimples, changes in mood, libido and/or menstrual flow, especially in the first weeks of use. The contraceptive pill is the method most used by women to prevent the development of a pregnancy, as it is easy to use and highly effective against unwanted […]

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Minipill: what it is, when it is indicated and side effects

Minipill: what it is, when it is indicated and side effects

The minipill is a contraceptive pill that contains only progestogen, in very low doses, and is generally recommended for women who are breastfeeding, as it does not alter the quantity and quality of breast milk. In addition, the minipill can also be recommended for women who should not use estrogen-containing contraceptives, such as in cases […]

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Fennel tea: what it is for, how to make it and side effects

Fennel tea is widely used to relieve excess gas, combat colic and improve poor digestion, due to its strong carminative, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. However, fennel tea also has antimicrobial, expectorant and bronchodilator properties and can also be used to relieve coughs in cold and flu situations. What is it for Fennel tea can be […]

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Aranto: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Aranto: what it is for, how to use it and side effects

Aranto is an ornamental plant that is easy to reproduce, originating from the African island of Madagascar, rich in bufadienolide, a substance with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and healing properties, being recommended for flu, pain, preventing cardiovascular diseases or cancer. However, although it has medicinal properties, aranto, also known as mother-of-thousands, must be used with caution due […]

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