Do short-acting oral contraceptives have side effects?

Short-acting contraceptives are generally taken orally, also known as short-acting oral contraceptives . Do short-acting oral contraceptives have side effects? How to take short-term contraceptives ?

Short-acting oral contraceptives are compound drugs, mainly composed of progesterone and estrogen. The contraceptive effect of short-acting contraceptives is very good, reaching 99%, and they are very healthy and relatively less harmful to the body. The contraceptive mechanism of short-acting contraceptives is to inhibit ovulation, change the properties of cervical mucus, inhibit sperm penetration, inhibit implantation, etc., which is a conventional contraceptive method.

Many women are concerned about whether there are side effects of taking short-acting contraceptives. In fact, there are some side effects, but they are not very serious and will not last long. The side effects of short-acting contraceptives are common in breast tenderness, dizziness, fatigue, etc. The symptoms are relatively mild. Some people will experience nausea and vomiting. These are actually due to the fact that the main ingredients of short-acting contraceptives are progesterone and estrogen, which cause hormone levels in the body to be disordered. Generally, they will not exceed 24 hours.

Some women will experience vaginal spotting after taking short-acting contraceptives, which generally has little impact. Most women will have their menstruation on time after taking short-acting contraceptives, and a few will experience delays or advances. The incidence of these side effects is also related to the different drugs and physical fitness.

Short-acting contraceptives are over-the-counter drugs and can generally be purchased at pharmacies. The instructions for use and dosage will be stated in the instructions. The instructions for use and dosage of different types of short-acting contraceptives are not exactly the same. It is recommended to read the instructions in detail before taking the drug, or consult a relevant physician before taking the drug.