What contraceptives are available in the Philippines?

Your Complete Guide To Birth Control Methods In The Philippines

  • IUDs. Jico Joson.
  • Condoms. Jico Joson.
  • Depo-Provera, aka “The Shot” Jico Joson.
  • The Pill. Jico Joson.
  • Emergency Contraception. Jico Joson.
  • The Implant (Implanon and Nexplanon) Jico Joson.
  • The Pull-Out Method.
  • Calendar Method.

What is the most common birth control pill brand?

Birth control brands comparison chart

Brand name Generic name Type
Yaz drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol low-dose monophasic
Yasmin drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol low-dose monophasic
Enpresse levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol triphasic
Azurette desogestrel/ethinyl estradiol and ethinyl estradiol biphasic

What kind of pill is Althea?

Cyproterone acetate + Ethinylestradiol (ALTHEA) is a combined low-dose oral contraceptive pill with anti-androgenic properties. It decreases sebum secretion during acne breakouts and hair growth.

Is postinor 2 a birth control pill?

Postinor-2 is an emergency contraceptive only. Postinor-2 is not intended as a regular method of contraception. It is used to prevent pregnancy when taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is estimated that Postinor-2 will prevent 85% of expected pregnancies.

How use Diane pills in the Philippines?

Tablets must be taken in the order directed on the package every day at about the same time with some liquid as needed. One tablet is to be taken daily for 21 consecutive days. Each subsequent pack is started after a 7-day tablet-free interval, during which time a withdrawal bleed usually occurs.

What is Althea pills used for?

Cyproterone Acetate + Ethinylestradiol (ALTHEA) is indicated for contraception in women, and control of acne and hirsutism (unwanted hair growth).

Can Althea cause weight gain?

Some women may experience side effects such as nausea, vomiting, chloasma (melasma), skin or hair changes, headache, water retention, slight weight change, breast tenderness, and changes in libido.

Are Althea pills Effective?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the pill is 99.7% effective with perfect use. This means that fewer than 1 in 100 people who take the pill may become pregnant in 1 year.

Does Diane-35 need prescription in Philippines?

REMINDER: A doctor’s prescription is required to purchase this product.

What kind of pills is Althea?

Is Ella available in the Philippines?

Both types are NOT available in the Philippines. You may purchase it outside the country but for a hefty price. This is only available in the U.S. (under the brand name “ella”) and in Europe (under the brand name “ellaOne”) and by prescription only.