Side effects with the current contraceptive patch were similar to those seen with the pill, except that some estrogen-related side effects, such as breast tenderness, are more likely to occur in ...

Long-acting reversible methods of contraception (LARC) are 20-fold more effective than oral contraceptive pills, patch and ring, and have higher satisfaction and continuation than non-LARC methods.

Researchers sought to determine whether contemporary hormonal contraception methods are associated with risk of developing VTE.

To address this barrier, policymakers in 19 states have enacted 12-month contraceptive supply policies ... researchers looked at oral pill, patch and ring contraception prescriptions among ...