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Category: Contraceptives

Explore our medication guides and pharmacology articles within this category.

What is Aurovela also known as? A guide to its generic and alternative brands

3 min read
Over 65% of women in the U.S. use some form of contraception, with oral contraceptives being one of the most popular. Aurovela is a discontinued brand-name oral contraceptive, and understanding what Aurovela is also known as is essential for those who previously used it or are prescribed its generic equivalent. The medication's active ingredients are now found under numerous other generic and branded products.

What is the black box warning for Depo-Provera?

4 min read
In 2004, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a black box warning for Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) regarding a serious side effect. The warning addresses the risk of significant loss of bone mineral density with prolonged use of the injectable contraceptive. This was a significant development, as a black box warning is the most serious type of warning issued by the FDA for a medication.