Menu
Health A-Z
COVID-19
Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Digestive Health
Multiple Sclerosis
View All
Prevention & Treatment
COVID-19 Vaccines
Vaccines
First Aid
Surgery
Occupational Therapy
Healthy Aging
View All
Health Care
Health Insurance
Public Health
Patient Rights
Disability
Caregivers & Loved Ones
End of Life Concerns
View All
News
COVID-19
Health News
Tools & Resources
Thyroid Test Analyzer
Doctor Discussion Guides
Hemoglobin A1c Test Analyzer
Lipid Test Analyzer
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Analyzer
What to Buy
About Us
Editorial Process
Meet Our Medical Expert Board
Search
Search
GO
Health A-Z
COVID-19
Arthritis
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Digestive Health
Multiple Sclerosis
View All
Prevention & Treatment
COVID-19 Vaccines
Vaccines
First Aid
Surgery
Occupational Therapy
Healthy Aging
View All
Health Care
Health Insurance
Public Health
Patient Rights
Disability
Caregivers & Loved Ones
End of Life Concerns
View All
News
COVID-19
Health News
View All
More in Birth Control
Prescription Options
How to Choose Contraception
Using the Pill
Over-the-Counter
Types of IUDs
Hormonal Methods
Permanent Methods
Emergency Contraception
Condoms
When Birth Control Fails
Talking About Birth Control
View More
Tools & Resources
Thyroid Test Analyzer
Doctor Discussion Guides
Hemoglobin A1c Test Analyzer
Lipid Test Analyzer
Complete Blood Count (CBC) Analyzer
What to Buy
About Us
Editorial Process
Privacy Policy
Contact Us
Verywell Health's content is for informational and educational purposes only. Our website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Ⓒ 2024 Dotdash Media, Inc. — All rights reserved
Sexual Health
Birth Control
Prescription Birth Control Options
Prescription forms of birth control are the most common, though your options go beyond the pill. Explore the shot, IUDs, implants, and more to ensure you make the right choice for your situation.
Cervical Cap Insertion to Prevent Pregnancy
Everything You Need to Know About How to Get Birth Control
How Effective is Nexplanon? Pros and Cons
What to Do If Your NuvaRing Falls Out
How the Noristerat Contraceptive Injection Works
How to Use the NuvaRing to Skip Your Period
Types of Birth Control Shots
Minimizing Birth Control Side Effects
Understanding Combined Contraceptive Injections
Discovering If a Diaphragm Is the Best Option for You
Spotting and Bleeding With Depo-Provera
What You Need to Know About Pregnancy After Depo-Provera
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo for Birth Control
Male Birth Control Options
Pros and Cons of the Depo-Provera Shot
9 Common Depo-Provera Side Effects
Your First Year of Depo-Provera Use
Does Depo-Provera Cause Weight Gain?
Medications That Decrease Contraception Effectiveness
Using the NuvaRing as a Birth Control Method
Overview of the Natazia Birth Control
Generic Lybrel for Birth Control
What Are Combination Birth Control Pills?
Progesterone-Only Birth Control
How to Skip Your Period Using the Birth Control Patch
Should You Use the Ortho Evra Patch?
What to Do If You Accidentally Leave Your NuvaRing In
More In Birth Control
How to Choose Contraception
Using the Pill
Over-the-Counter
Types of IUDs
Hormonal Methods
Permanent Methods
Emergency Contraception
Condoms
When Birth Control Fails
Talking About Birth Control
By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.
Cookies Settings
Accept All Cookies