Since the first birth control pill was given the thumbs-up by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on May 9, 1960, women have benefited from its advantages. The pill is 99% efficient at preventing pregnancy when taken as prescribed.

Pills for birth control are generally safe to use. They do, however, have potential hazards and adverse effects, just like with all pharmaceuticals.

The advantages and disadvantages of using oral contraceptives, including frequent side effects, are listed below.

Advantages of birth control pills

Naturally, preventing conception and controlling the menstrual cycle are the main benefits of using birth control pills. 

If used as instructed, it is 99% successful.

• It is a very practical and secure technique of birth control.
• It permits sexual spontaneity (so you don’t need to make advance plans).
• It might result in lighter times.
• It may lessen the pain associated with menstrual cramps.

Combination medications can be used to skip your period entirely or adjust the timing and frequency of your cycle.

Other Advantages

Other health advantages can also be obtained from estrogen and progestin-containing combination birth control pills. They might provide some defense against:

The Birth Control Pill’s Drawbacks

Side effects are possible if you use birth control pills. The good news is that once your body becomes used to the hormones in the pill, most of these adverse effects will go away by the second or third month of treatment.

• One possible side effect of birth control pills is:
• Headaches
• Breast sensitivity
• Nausea (sometimes with vomiting)
• bleeding in between cycles
• Taking multiple birth control pills may also result in:

Dealing with Side Effects

For more thorough instructions on how to use your pills and what the adverse effects are, see the paper insert that is included within the pill pack. When to administer your birth control medication and what you should do if you miss a dose should also be covered in the insert.

To lessen nausea and/or vomiting, you can take these birth control pills with your evening meal or right before bed.

People frequently discontinue taking birth control pills due to side effects. Ask your doctor if switching to a different brand of medication would help, especially if the adverse effects persist for more than three months.