5 REASONS
WHY
You should ask your doctor about a low-dose birth control pill
FOR PREGNANCY PREVENTION∗
HOW BIRTH CONTROL
PILLS WORK
Hormones play a big role in your menstrual cycle and your ability to get pregnant, so it makes sense that they play a role in pregnancy prevention.
Before you dive in,
*If you are moderately obese, discuss with your healthcare provider whether Lo Loestrin ® Fe is appropriate for you.
*If you are moderately obese, discuss with your healthcare provider whether Lo Loestrin Fe is appropriate for you.
HOW BIRTH CONTROL PILLS WORK
Birth control pills are a type of oral contraceptive that use hormones, similar to the ones in your body, to keep the ovaries from releasing an egg. Without an egg, sperm have nothing to fertilize—so no pregnancy.
What are the different kinds of birth control pills?
A survey of more than 1,000 U.S. women aged 18–45 that included current and
potential birth control pill users found:
78% of women worry about the amount of hormones they are exposed to through the use of pills†
93% are interested in a pill with the lowest amount of daily estrogen‡
Source: Online survey conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of AbbVie, between July 7–14, 2014, among 1005 U.S. women aged 18-45 currently
using oral contraceptives (OCs) or considering use in the next 6 months.
†Survey respondents could choose from the following to indicate their level of worry about the amount of hormones they are exposed to through the use of OCs: extremely worried, very worried, somewhat worried, and not at all worried. The 78% value represents those who answered extremely worried, very worried, and somewhat worried.
‡Survey respondents could choose from the following to indicate their interest in an OC with the lowest amount of daily estrogen: extremely
interested, very interested, somewhat interested, and not at all interested. The 93% value represents those who answered extremely interested, very interested, and somewhat interested.
So, you’re sitting at home thinking to yourself, “Should I talk to my doctor about a low-dose birth control pill like Lo Loestrin® Fe for pregnancy prevention?”
OBVI. But really. Need 1 reason?
How about 5?
Low-dose oral contraceptives (OCs) can help get the job done.
Lo Lo has the lowest daily dose of estrogen available among birth control pills at just 10 mcg daily. Low estrogen. Effective birth control when taken as directed. Good to know!
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Low-dose birth control pills offer pregnancy prevention that may also result in
short, lighter periods.
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Most women can take a birth control pill for as long as they want during their reproductive lives. So basically, a pill a day and effective pregnancy prevention? Yes please.
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Low-dose birth control pills make up 45% of the U.S. market.
Lo Loestrin Fe is the #1-prescribed branded birth control pill by OB/GYNs.1
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And last but not least, you know what’s in pretty much everything you put in your body, but you don’t know how much estrogen is in your birth control pill? It’s time to change that!
So, what are you waiting for? Ask your doctor about Lo Loestrin Fe for pregnancy prevention.
MYTHS ABOUT THE PILL
MYTH:
THEY'RE ALL THE SAME
There are many different types of hormonal birth control pills. They vary based on formula and composition. Your healthcare provider can help determine the right one for you that fits your unique needs and lifestyle.
MYTH: YOU NEED TO TAKE A BREAK
The birth control pill should be taken at the same time every day to prevent pregnancy. Of course, you can stop taking the pill whenever you wish, especially if you want to become pregnant. It’s always a good idea to visit your healthcare provider for a pre-pregnancy checkup before you stop taking the pill.
While some women may believe that they need to take “a break” from the pill once in a while, you should talk to your healthcare provider to learn more and to understand what’s appropriate for you based on your individual medical needs.
Keep in mind, taking a break from the pill increases your risk of an unwanted pregnancy, so it’s a good idea to use another method of birth control if you don’t want to get pregnant.
