Oral contraceptives

In young women, combined oral contraceptives don''t raise risk of macromastia: Research

A study revealed that the Combined oral contraceptives (COCs) do not contribute to the development of enlarged breasts (macromastia). Read the story to find out more.

 

Sep 30, 2022, 18:16 PM IST

Birth control pills may increase the risk of stroke: Experts

Oral contraceptives increase the risk of ischemic strokes, caused by a blood clot that blocks or plugs a blood vessel in the brain.

Oct 28, 2016, 14:05 PM IST

Glenmark gets two ANDA approvals from USFDA

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has received final approval from the US health regulator USFDA for oral contraceptives and leukemia treatment injection.

Mar 28, 2016, 16:15 PM IST

Oral contraceptive use doesn't lead to major birth defects

The use of oral contraceptive just before pregnancy is not associated with an increased risk of major birth defects, says a study.

Jan 07, 2016, 13:31 PM IST