Question 1

can you trust the nuvaring?

Accepted Answer

99%: It is 99% effective in reducing pregnancy.

Question 2

can i overdose on nuvaring?

Accepted Answer

Would be hard: I am not sure how someone could overdose exactly? One NuvaRing is placed in the vagina for three weeks. It is then removed for one week allowing the period to be triggered. The next week you place a new one. If you are using it like that then you will get a predictable steady dose of hormones to prevent pregnancy. You only use one at a time and then remove it after three weeks.

Question 3

when is nuvaring effective ?

Accepted Answer

NuvaRing: If you begin the NuvaRing with your period it should be effective right away. If you start it at any other time use a back up method for at least 7 days. After 7 days the NuvaRing should be fully effective (98 % effective).

Question 4

how does a nuvaring protect you?

Accepted Answer

It is hormones: The ring releases hormones that get absorbed through the vagina into your circulation. It works similar to birth control pills to prevent ovulation so you will should not get pregnant if used correctly.

Question 5

do i need a script for a nuvaring?

Accepted Answer

I think so: I usually prescribe them. Not sure where the law stands at present. It's a great form of contraception.

Question 6

who is nuvaring a good option for?

Accepted Answer

Poor pill takers: Nuva ring is a type of contraception inserted into the vagina for 3 weeks then removed for a week during your period. It can be left in during sex or removed for up to 3 hours. It is a good option if you have difficultly remembering to take pills on a daily basis.

Question 7

how long can i leave my nuvaring out?

Accepted Answer

Leaving Nuvaring out: Well you can leave it out as long as you want!  but if you want to continue using it as a contraceptive, i suggest that you leave it out no longer than 24 hrs.  This may not be a wise idea considering the metabolism the hormones in the ring because you may have possible ovulation and risk the chance of an unwanted pregnancy.

Question 8

please describe the medication: nuvaring?

Accepted Answer

NuvaRing: Used for birth control. This medicine is a contraceptive. Nuvaring is the trade name for a combined hormonal contraceptive vaginal ring.

Question 9

how long do the effects of nuvaring last?

Accepted Answer

Variable: The ring itself lasts about 5 weeks. After discontinuing the ring, ovulation may return immediately or usually within three months.

Question 10

do i have to take a week break on nuvaring?

Accepted Answer

No: It is perfectly safe to leave the ring in for four weeks and then put a new one in.  If you do this you will tend not to have a period  but there is nothing wrong with this. The only reason to take a break is to bring down a period which is totally artificial.

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