Contraceptive gel could offer alternative to pill

[HuckleB]

Women in gel trials report no side effects often associated with the pill, such as weight gain and acne
http://www.guardian.co.uk/science/2010/oct/26/contraceptive-gel-alternative-pill-trials

"A new contraceptive gel that is applied directly to the skin could offer women an alternative to the pill, a study suggests.

The clear gel is put on once a day and delivers a dose of hormones to prevent pregnancy. Women using the gel have reported none of the typical side effects associated with the pill, such as weight gain and acne.

It is suitable for breastfeeding women, who are often warned not to take the combined pill because its hormone levels interfere with milk supply.

The gel can be applied to the abdomen, thighs, arms or shoulders and is quickly absorbed, with no residue. Experts hope to bring it to market if clinical trial results continue to be positive.

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Berry interesting. Another option seems good, right?

:hi:

[SocialistLez]

1. Very interesting to say the least.

Thing is though, it still has to be applied EVERY DAY.
One of the drawbacks for the pill is remembering to take it every day.

Now if only they could make a gel I could rub on my forehead or other body part when I am having a terrible migraine.

[JustAnotherGen]

2. Oooh

I betcha They can make something like that in a user friendly package. I had to start with depo last fall because I have a disease which makes it very difficult for me to manage the pill packaging. Would love to do that other than the shots.