All About Progestin

Progestin-only contraception can be a safer alternative for women who want to use hormonal birth control but can't use estrogen-based products.

Progestin is a common hormone found in combination birth control pills. What is it? Learn the differences between progestins as well as the various progestin types. Information about the estrogenic effects, androgenic effects, and progestational selectivity for each type of progestin is discussed.

There are eight progestin types that are used in oral contraceptives. Learn about each types including the first generation, second generation, and third generation progestins. Information about the estrogenic effects, androgenic effects, and progestational selectivity of each type of progestin.

Drospirenone is a type of progestin found in combination birth control pills. There has been concern that oral contraceptives that contain drospirenone (like Yaz, Yasmin, Beyaz and Safyral) may put women at a greater risk for blood clots. Find out what the FDA warns about using these pills.

Explanation of the common side effects and potential health complications of progestin-only contraceptives.

A definition and description of Progestin-only oral contraceptive pills.

How do you know which combination birth control pill is the best one for you? Combined oral contraceptives contain estrogen and one of 8 types of progestin. Knowing the differences between the progestins, estrogenic and androgenic effects and progestational selectivity can help to minimize side effects. Use this guide to choose a pill brand that may help to lessen a specific side effect.