Birth Control Pill
- A daily oral medication that contains hormones to regulate menstruation and stop or reduce ovulation
- Hormones included are estrogen and progestin (combination pill) or just progestin (minipill)
- Around 99% effective when taken at the same time, everyday
Hormonal Intrauterine Device (IUD)
- A small piece of flexible plastic that is inserted into the uterus
- Contains the hormone progestin
- Depending on which type you choose, it can be effective for 3 to 8 years
- More than 99% effective
Copper Intrauterine Device (IUD)
- A small piece of flexible plastic that is wrapped in copper
- Does not contain hormones
- Effective for up to 12 years
- More than 99% effective
Implant
- A small rod that is inserted into the upper arm
- Also known as Nexplanon (U.S)
- Contains the hormone progestin
- Effective for up to 5 years
- More than 99% effective