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Contraceptives

Depo-Provera

Injection of progestin to keep ovaries from releasing eggs and thickens cervical mucus

Effectiveness with typical use:	3 out of 1000 women will become pregnant
Advantages:	Convenient Long-lasting (3 months) Protects against ovarian cyst & endometrial cancer
Disadvantages:	No protection from STIs Women with certain medical history should not use it Irregular bleeding, spotting, longer periods, or no periods Delay in pregnancy
Cost:	$50 for three months

Intrauterine Device (IUD)

Small devices made of plastic containing either copper or natural hormones

Effectiveness with typical use:	2 or fewer women out of 100 will become pregnant
Advantages:	Convenient Long-lasting (10 years) Cost is low for long-term protection Does not change hormone level in body
Disadvantages:	No protection from STIs Increase in cramping, spotting Periods may be heavier and last longer
Cost:	Range from $175-$450 for 10 years

Birth Control Pill

Monthly series of pills taken daily containing estrogen and progestin

Effectiveness with typical use:	5 out of 100 women will become pregnant
Advantages:	Regular, shorter periods Less acne Reduce risk of ovarian cancer, ovarian cysts, and osteoporosis Can change prescription to reduce side effects
Disadvantages:	Must take everyday No protection from STIs Spotting Nausea Weight gain or loss Smokers shouldn't take it
Cost:	$15-30 per month

Diaphragm & Cervical Cap

Soft rubber barrier measured to fit securely over the cervix, used with spermicide

Effectiveness with typical use:	20 out of 100 women will become pregnant
Advantages:	Once learned, easy to insert Cannot be felt by partner Diaphragm left in for 24 hours Cervical cap left in for 48 hours
Disadvantages:	No protection from STIs Effectiveness goes down after birth of child Have to be comfortable inserting
Cost:	$13-$25, exam $50-$125

Nuvaring (Ring)

Insertion of small, flexible ring once a month that releases estrogen and progestin

Effectiveness with typical use:	8 out of 100 women will become pregnant
Advantages:	No pill taken daily Good for one month No fitting or use of spermicide
Disadvantages:	No protection from STIs Increase discharge and irritation Spotting Have to be comfortable inserting Some can feel it during sex
Cost:	$30-35 per month

Ortho-Evra (Patch)

Place once-a-week thin, plastic patch on the buttocks, stomach, upper outer arm, or upper torso; contains estrogen and progestin

Effectiveness with typical use:	1 out of 100 women will become pregnant
Advantages:	No pill to take Lasts a week
Disadvantages:	No protection from STIs Skin reaction possible Cramps and spotting May not be effective for women over 198 pounds
Cost:	$30-35 per month

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