Young couples, have you heard of the "visiting-relatives contraceptive pill"? This emergency contraceptive is designed for newlyweds who haven't lived together long or for couples reuniting briefly after prolonged separation. How much do you know about it? Let's explore.
A Contraceptive Pill Called the "Visiting-Relatives Pill" (Public Health Network)
What is the Visiting-Relatives Pill?
The Visiting-Relatives Pill is a fast-acting contraceptive that works regardless of the menstrual cycle. Starting the day before or on the day of the visit provides immediate contraceptive protection. It's suitable for newlyweds who haven't lived together long or couples reuniting briefly during visits.
How to use the visit-specific contraceptive?
1. 17-Methyltestosterone Visit Tablet: Take 1 tablet the morning before or on the day of the visit, then continue taking 1 tablet daily for 15 consecutive days. If the visit exceeds 15 days, switch to a short-acting contraceptive starting on the 16th day. Even if the visit lasts less than 10 days, complete the full 10-day course.
2. Ethinyl Estradiol: Take 1 tablet immediately after each sexual encounter. However, take an additional tablet the morning after the first encounter. The total monthly dosage must not be less than 12 tablets. If the 12 tablets are not completed by the end of the visit, continue taking 1 tablet daily until finished.
3. Norethisterone Visitor Tablets: Begin taking one tablet daily starting the day before or on the day of the visit, continuing until the 10th to 15th day. If the visit exceeds 15 days, switch to short-acting oral contraceptives.
4. Medroxyprogesterone Visitor Tablets: Take one tablet at noon on the day of the visit or 8–10 hours before intercourse. Take an additional tablet that evening, followed by one tablet each subsequent night. Take one more tablet the morning after the visit ends. Continuous use for at least 14 days is required for contraceptive effectiveness.
Side effects of visit-specific contraceptive pills?
1. Early pregnancy-like symptoms
A small number of women may experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or fatigue resembling early pregnancy symptoms. Most cases are mild and require no special treatment. For severe reactions, administer 10mg vitamin B6 or 100mg vitamin C three times daily.
2. Breakthrough bleeding
Vaginal bleeding during pill use is called breakthrough bleeding. It may result from insufficient estrogen levels or an imbalance between estrogen and progestin, causing partial shedding of the uterine lining. Treatment involves taking 0.015 mg of ethinyl estradiol once or twice daily at bedtime for 3 consecutive days.If breakthrough bleeding occurs in the second half of the menstrual cycle, take oral contraceptives No. 1 or No. 2, 1-2 tablets once daily at night for 4-5 consecutive days.
3. Effects on Menstruation
In some women, taking the visiting-relatives contraceptive pill may prolong the menstrual cycle or cause amenorrhea.For those with prolonged cycles, taking 25 mg of medroxyprogesterone acetate and 0.015 mg of ethinyl estradiol can induce menstruation. If amenorrhea occurs after medication, take 2 tablets of Short-Acting Contraceptive Pill No. 2 twice daily for 3 consecutive days; menstruation will resume after discontinuing the medication. Chlorphenamine may also be used for treatment.Most women experience regular menstruation, though some may have early or delayed periods. If menstruation is delayed by one week, a urine pregnancy test should be performed to determine if emergency contraception has failed. 4. Effects on Lactation Medication use during lactation may reduce milk production. Precautions for Taking Emergency Contraception Pills?