Are all combination pill brands the same?

Even though all combination birth control pills have estrogen, they can differ in how much estrogen they contain. Combination birth control pills are also different from one another due to the amount and type of progestin that is in each pill brand.

Do different brands of the pill have different side effects?

Each pill has slightly different quantities of hormones. These can cause some people to experience side effects, while others will see no change. You may need to try a few types or brands to find the one that suits your body and lifestyle.

Can you switch combined pill brands?

You can switch straight away to the new combined contraceptive. You’ll need to use condoms or not have sex for the first seven days of the new combined contraceptive.

Does it matter if you switch brands of birth control?

Switching Birth Control Pill Brands You’ll be protected against pregnancy the entire time. It is important to note, however, that switching birth control brands in the middle of a pack may temporarily increase your risk of spotting or irregular bleeding.

Is Tri Sprintec a combination pill?

Tri-Sprintec® (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets USP) is a combination oral contraceptive containing the progestational compound norgestimate, USP and the estrogenic compound ethinyl estradiol, USP.

What is the best contraceptive pill?

The combined pill – the best contraceptive pill for most people. Unless you have any of the specific issues mentioned later on, the combined pill (commonly known as ‘the pill’) is probably the best contraceptive pill for you.

Is Yasmin a combination pill?

Yasmin is a contraceptive pill and is used to prevent pregnancy. Each film-coated light yellow tablet contains a small amount of two different female hormones, namely drospirenone and ethinylestradiol. Contraceptive pills that contain two hormones are called “combination” pills.

Is Althea a combination pill?

Cyproterone acetate + Ethinylestradiol (ALTHEA) is a combined low-dose oral contraceptive pill with anti-androgenic properties.

What is the best birth control brand?

The progestin dose in a minipill is also lower than the progestin dose in any combination pill. Combination pills are significantly more effective at preventing pregnancy than the minipill. Common minipill brand names include: Camila. Errin. Heather. Jencycla. Jolivette.

What are the brands of progestine only pills?

The progestin only pill is a type of birth control pill that is taken daily, without any breaks, unless you want to become pregnant. Brands of the progestin only pill include Camila, Errin, Heather and Jolivette.

What are the best birth control pills?

The best birth control pills for women with Acne are pills that contain drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol. Examples for these type of pills are Yasmin, Yaz, Beyaz, Ocella, Safyral, Syeda, Gianvi, Loryna, Nikki, Vestura, Zarah.

What does birth control pill brands are out there?

Common brands of low-dose progestin-only birth control pills include: Camila Errin Heather Jolivette Micronor Nora-BE