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    Glossary Oral Contraceptives

    medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy

    Oral contraceptives, commonly known as "the pill," are medications taken by mouth to prevent pregnancy. They typically contain synthetic forms of the hormones estrogen and progestin, which work by inhibiting ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and altering the uterine lining to prevent implantation.

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    1. Non-Contraceptive Benefits of Oral Hormonal Contraceptives 2012 · 83 citations
    2. Androgenic effects of oral contraceptives: Implications for patient compliance The American Journal of Medicine · 1995 · 22 citations
    3. Side-effects and possible complications of oral contraceptive drugs. PubMed · 1980 · 11 citations
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    6. Oral Contraception and the Treatment of Acne: Where are we? 2002
    7. SAT383 Case Study: Impact of Weight Reduction and Oral Contraceptive Pills on Hyperandrogenism Journal of the Endocrine Society · 2023
    8. Efficacy of an oral contraceptive containing EE 0.03 mg and CMA 2 mg (Belara®) in moderate acne resolution: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase III trial Contraception · 2009 · 42 citations
    9. The Role of Oral Contraceptives in the Treatment of Hyperandrogenic Disorders ˜The œAmerican journal of medicine · 1995 · 57 citations
    10. Oral Contraceptives and Cyproterone Acetate in Female Acne Treatment Dermatology · 1998 · 30 citations
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