Classifications for Progestin-Only Contraceptives
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Classifications for progestin-only contraceptives (POCs) include those for progestin-only implants, depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA; 150 mg intramuscularly or 104 mg subcutaneously), and progestin-only pills (POPs)( Box C1) (Table C1). POCs do not protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and women using these methods should be counseled that consistent and correct use of the male latex condom reduces the risk for transmission of HIV and other STDs. Use of female condoms can provide protection from transmission of STDs, although data are limited.
BOX C1. Categories for Classifying Progestin-Only Contraceptives
1 = A condition for which there is no restriction for the use of the contraceptive method.2 = A condition for which the advantages of using the method generally outweigh the theoretical or proven risks.
3 = A condition for which the theoretical or proven risks usually outweigh the advantages of using the method.
4 = A condition that represents an unacceptable health risk if the contraceptive method is used.
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Pages in this Report
- US MEC
- Introduction
- Summary of Changes from US MEC, 2010
- Classifications for Intrauterine Devices
- ›Progestin-Only Contraceptives
- Combined Hormonal Contraceptives
- Classifications for Barrier Methods
- Classifications for Fertility Awareness–Based Methods
- Lactational Amenorrhea Method
- Coitus Interruptus (Withdrawal)
- Female and Male Sterilization
- Classifications for Emergency Contraception
- Summary of Classifications for Hormonal Contraceptive Methods and Intrauterine Devices
- Abbreviations and Acronyms
- Participants