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The Combined Pill

A small pill that contains two hormones - oestrogen & progestogen - which stop a woman releasing an egg each month (ovulation).

Pros
Cons

  • Often reduces bleeding, period pains, and pre-menstrual tension.
  • Does not protect against STIs.
  • May not be suitable for some women. A full medical history should be taken. It is important that you are honest.
  • There may be side-effects.
  • You have to remember to take it every day.

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