THE RING
A flexible, plastic ring that is inserted into the vagina where it slowly releases the hormones, estrogen and progestin, for three weeks. Prevents pregnancy by stopping the ovaries from releasing an egg.
91% EFFECTIVE WITH TYPICAL USEBENEFITS
- 99.7% effective with perfect use
- 91% effective with typical use
- Reversible
- Monthly contraception
- Non-contraceptive benefits are assumed to be similar to those seen in the combined pill; however, these potential benefits have not been assessed in studies to date
- Risks are assumed to be similar to combined pill
- Side effects can include irregular bleeding, spotting, nausea, breast tenderness, and headaches
- Not suitable for smokers over age 35 or women over age 35 with migraines
- May increase risk of blood clots
- May cause vaginal discomfort or irritation
- May fall out
