Question 1

does the supplement nac make oral hormonal birth control less effective? does nac increase the chances of getting pregnant if you're taking the pill?

Accepted Answer

: N-Acetylcysteine is not reported to affect the function of birth control pills. It should not affect the chances of getting pregnant while taking it. Good luck.

Question 2

will l-cysteine or nac affect my birth control pills?

Accepted Answer

Drug interactions : Reviewed medical database and was unable to find any evidence of significant drug interactions between formulations of cysteine and birth control pills.  Would recommend still to consult with prescribing physician as well.

Question 3

how to chose birth control?

Accepted Answer

Best for you: The best birth control method is the one that you like and the one that you will use. There are many options. Any obgyn should be able to guide you through the important decision.

Question 4

is there any teenage birth control?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pills, shots, condoms, foams, jellies, patches, even iud's.

Question 5

i would like a script for birth control ?

Accepted Answer

Go to your doc: This is the HT public information site. We answer general medical questions and provide general advise. We do not diagnose, treat or prescribe prescriptions from this platform. There are other HT sites that support some concierge services in a private manner. They may or may not be able to help you, depending on the requests made.

Question 6

starting birth control. what should i expect?

Accepted Answer

What type of bc?pil?: With ocps: maybe mild nausea, bloating, breast tenderness, spotting, occ. Mood-iness - usu. These resolve after a month or so.  With Depo-Provera provera: sometimes irreg bleeding,  pos. Weight gain, mood effects pos, cessation of menses common after some time on depo.  With iuds: mirena: lighter to no periods, minimal other se, paragard: heavier menses, crampier menses. Nexplanon: headaches pos, irreg bl.

Question 7

what are the benefits in taking birth control?

Accepted Answer

There are many: The combination pill offers many benefits, including some protection against.............
*acne
*bone thinning
*breast growths that are not cancer
*ectopic pregnancy
*endometrial and ovarian cancers
*serious infection in the ovaries, tubes, and uterus
*iron deficiency anemia
*cysts in the breasts and ovaries
*premenstrual symptoms
*depression
*bad cramps
*heavy and/or irregular period

Question 8

what are the positives and negatives of birth control?

Accepted Answer

Varies: There are many benefits to contraceptives and some risks.  I cannot give all the benefits, risks, side effects, etc. Here for all birth control options.  You doctor can review all the options available and answer all of your questions.  If you have a specific question - you will likely get an excellent answer here.

Question 9

if i am 18, which birth control should i consider taking?

Accepted Answer

Many choices: Since it is unlikely that an 18 year old is in a long term monogamous relationship, they should be using condoms for protection against std's.  The pill, the iud, and depoprovera are then all potentially good choices depending on circumstances and preferences.

Question 10

how is alesse birth control?

Accepted Answer

It is fine.: Alesse is a low dose birth control pill that is a good option for many women.  Alesse has the same combination of hormones daily for 21 days followed by 7 hormone free pills.

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Does the supplement nac make oral hormonal birth control less effective? does nac increase the chances of getting pregnant if you're taking the pill?

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Will l-cysteine or nac affect my birth control pills?

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How to chose birth control?

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Is there any teenage birth control?

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I would like a script for birth control ?

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Starting birth control. what should i expect?

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What are the benefits in taking birth control?

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What are the positives and negatives of birth control?

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If i am 18, which birth control should i consider taking?

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How is alesse birth control?

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