General Information
Contraception methods or bírth control methods include oral contraceptives (birth control pills), barrier contraceptives (condoms, diaphragms), injectables, implants, cervical caps, and intrauterine devices. The use of a contraceptive device does not ensure 100%% contraception. Condoms are only 90-98% effective, depending on how carefully they are used and the concurrent use of spermicide. Oral contraceptives, on the other hand, only assure 95-987% efficacy. Taking oral contraceptives will only protect against pregnancy and not against sexually transmitted diseases.
Advice to the Customers
- If unprotected sex OCCurs, or the condom may have failed, see a physician as soon as possible. Emergency contraception (the morning after pill) is available on prescription but must be used within 72 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse.
- Ensure the person is aware of the expiry date of the contraceptive used.
- Always check with a gynaecologist or a family planning specialist to know the best contraceptive method use.
- Women should undergo proper Screening procedures prior to taking oral contraceptives
- Instruct the patient on the medication and how to use the contraceptive properly, i.e. name of the medication, frequency of dosage etc.
- Inform the customer about the possibility of pregnancy despite contraceptive measures.
- In cases where contraception fails or any unusual symptoms are telt after the use of contraceptives, instruct the patient to consult a gynaecologist immediately.
- Discuss Advice to the Customers thoroughly for more information on contraceptives.