Other usage of oral contraceptive

There are many others uses of oral contraceptive other than as birth control pills such as:

Acne:
Oral contraceptives reduce the amount of androgen that is available in the acne. The hormones present in the pill can help to stop acne from forming.

Treatment of painful periods (dysmenorrhea):
Prostaglandin is a chemical in the uterus at the time of period and can cause painful menstrual periods. Prostaglandin can cause menstrual cramping due to the contractions of the uterus. Women that produce high levels of prostaglandin will have more intense contractions and more severe cramping. Oral contraceptive prevents ovulation which reduces the amount of prostaglandin in the uterus. So, the menstrual cramping can be relieved.

Treatment of heavy periods (menorrhagia):
Oral contraceptives contain a progesterone-like hormone. This hormone makes the lining of the uterus thinner and causes lighter bleeding periods.

Breast Pain:
Oral contraceptives can be used to treat cyclic breast pain that is the pain that associated with the women’s menstrual cycle.

Treatment of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD):
Oral contraceptives can prevent the symptoms of PMS and PMDD by stopping or preventing ovulation from taking place.

Advantages of Oral Contraceptive

• Can be one of the most effective reversible birth control methods when used consistently and correctly.
• Does not take a lot of effort or skill to use them properly.
• May reduce menstrual cramps and also regulate menstrual cycle.
• Does not interfere with intercourse.
• May decrease forming acne.
• Reduce the risk of endometrial and ovarian cancer.
• Reduce perimenapausal symptoms.
• Oral contraceptive pills make the periods lighter, regular and more manageable.
• Pills are easier to use than other contraceptive methods.
• Fertility can returns in few weeks’ time after stopping taking the pills.
• The pills can be used at any age.
• Used for emergency contraception.