You can also buy over-the-counter birth control at a pharmacy and some supermarkets. These methods are not as effective as prescription birth control, but they do reduce your chance of …
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Prescription birth control is available through your doctor or a women’s health clinic.
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a device a doctor implants in your uterus. The procedure is well tolerated, and hospitalization isn’t required. The IUD prevents pregnancy by …
Several birth control methods affect hormone levels in your body, so you’re less likely to get pregnant. The most effective is a birth control implant, also called Nexplanon. This is …
Birth control pills, shots, and patches also affect your hormone levels. They have an effectiveness rate of 91 to 94 percent. Examples of available brands include: The diaphragm and cervical …