Contraceptive ring - another means of contraception, which acts in the same way as the tablets, with the only difference being that you do not need to worry about their daily admission. Such a ring is placed in the vagina and removed 3 weeks later. It contains hormones that are released into the bloodstream, thus preventing pregnancy during these three weeks. We will talk about the features of this method of contraception.

The operating principle of contraceptive ring

Or contraceptive vaginal ring - a thin flexible ring for the contraceptive effect - ovulation Ovulation - How to determine as accurately as possible?   It suspended, thickened cervical mucous membrane. It also is an obstacle to fertilization. The ring contains a certain level of progesterone and estrogen Estrogen - the key to bone health Which are activated in a humid and warm environment. This is the same mechanism of action of birth control pills. Ovulation does not occur, cervical mucus inhibits sperm motility. The effectiveness of the contraceptive is almost 98 - 99%, but the use of it does not protect against sexually transmitted infections by.

Introduction

The cost of the contraceptives is $ 30- $ 35 a month. It appoints the gynecologist. You must first measure the pressure and undergo a regular pelvic exam. Since the ring is not a barrier method of contraception, its exact placement in the genital tract is not necessary at the same time ensure the proper administration of the absence of discomfort. The ring is left in the vagina for three weeks, it is held within the vaginal muscles, and should not be moved. If suddenly it falls, it must be rinsed with cold water and no later than 3 hours to enter again.

Points for and against"

Being simple and accessible method of contraception, contraceptive ring has become widespread. In its application virtually eliminates the phenomenon of premenstrual syndrome, and shorter periods. On first use, women may experience headaches, nausea, mood swings, tension of the mammary glands. Some women complain of bouts of depression Depression - a little more than a bad mood , Particularly breast tenderness, or vaginal infections. If there are severe pain in the abdomen, severe pain in the breast Pain in the breast - when to start worrying? , You should immediately consult a doctor. Do not ignore symptoms such as severe pain in the legs, blurred vision. The effectiveness of the contraceptive is reduced if a woman takes the pill, or anti-TB drugs for migraine. Not recommended for women with varicose veins, suffering from hypertension, uterine prolapse or loss and diabetes. Women breast-feeding, you should choose another method of contraception, because the hormones in the ring passes into breast milk.

Huge selection of contraceptive methods currently can confuse any woman. Which drug to give preference and will not harm from the use of this tool? Non-hormonal birth control pills are an alternative to hormonal preparations Hormonal treatments - not only contraceptives . Although modern hormonal virtually no side effects, many women still prefer non-hormonal contraceptives.

Hormone pills must be taken daily, whereas non-hormonal agents are used as local protection from unwanted pregnancy and are used only before sexual intercourse. Thus, all non-hormonal birth control pills can be attributed to a large group - spermicides.

Benefits

Non-hormonal birth control pills have virtually no side effects. These drugs are recommended for women with contraindications to hormone pills (breast-feeding, some gynecological diseases, such as fibroids). In addition, women who lead irregular sexual life is preferable to use a non-hormonal drugs than to take daily hormonal contraceptives.

Mechanism of action

The composition of non-hormonal birth control pills include chemicals such as benzalkonium chloride and nonoxynol. These substances have the ability to damage the sperm membrane, causing their death. In addition, the vaginal mucosa is a thin protective film, and cervical mucus thickening, thus hindering the penetration of sperm into the uterus. In addition, spermicides, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action, ie protect against sexually transmitted diseases.

Forms Tablets

• Pharmatex

Active ingredient Farmateksa is benzalkonium chloride. Available drug not only in the form of vaginal tablets, but also in the candlelight. One package contains 10-12 tablets. Duration of Farmateksa three hours of candles - four hours. The drug has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action is effective against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia Chlamydia: insidious and widespread disease , Trichomonas, herpes virus, and fungi. It has no effect on the microflora of the vagina The microflora of the vagina: purity   and hormones. Tablets should be moistened with water and inserted into the vagina for ten minutes before sexual intercourse.

• Ginakoteks

Effect of the drug is similar to farmateks. Ginakoteks also has antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. The duration of Ginakoteksa is four hours. The drug is injected deep into the vagina for five minutes before intercourse. Contraindications to the use of funds is a hypersensitivity to the drug and the presence of inflammation of the vagina.

• Patenenteks Oval

Active ingredient is nonoxynol. The drug is in addition spermicidal action has antimicrobial, antifungal and antiviral properties. Patenteks ovals must enter ten minutes prior to sexual intercourse in the vagina. The drug was well tolerated and rarely causes allergic reactions. Repeated intercourse introduction Patenteks ovals should be repeated.

• Tratseptin

Also it refers to a non-hormonal birth control pills. The product contains benzalkonium chloride, which explains its spermicidal and disinfecting effect. One tablet Tratseptina inserted deep into the vagina for ten minutes before sexual intercourse. There may be an allergic reaction Allergic reactions: how to understand why you tickle in the throat   in the form of itching and burning.

• Kontseptrol

As part Kontseptrola contains nonoxynol. The preparation as well as all the above-mentioned means causes the death of spermatozoa and has anti-inflammatory action. Kontseptrol is available in packs of ten. Inserted into the vagina for ten minutes before sexual intercourse. Not recommended for six hours after administration of the drug to produce the toilet vagina.

Anna Sozinova