Oral Contraceptive Pills

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (60 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

29 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Currently, 3 types of oral contraceptive pills are broadly prescribed: combined estrogen-progesterone, progesterone-only, and continuous or extended-use pills. The birth control pill is the most commonly prescribed form of contraception in the US. Approximately 25% of women aged 15 to 44 who currently use contraception reported using the pill as their method of choice. The most commonly prescribed pill is the combined hormonal pill with estrogen and progesterone. Progesterone is the hormone that prevents pregnancy, and the estrogen component controls menstrual bleeding. Birth control pills are widely used to avoid pregnancy; however, given their side effects in populations at risk, several other methods of contraception are in use as well. Each of these methods is considered based on prior history, medications in use, and concurrent medical diseases such as clotting disorders.

This activity reviews the indications and contraindications, pharmacology, and various formulations of oral contraceptives and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in educating patients about birth control. Given the process of matching patients with the preferred method of contraception, the team consisting of primary care or ob/gyn is likely the most effective in recommending OCPs.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Differentiate between types and formulations of oral contraceptives, considering factors such as hormonal composition, dosage, and administration schedule.

  • Screen patients for potential contraindications, including medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle factors affecting oral contraceptive safety and efficacy.

  • Apply strategies to optimize oral contraceptive effectiveness, such as counseling on correct pill-taking techniques and addressing common misconceptions or concerns.

  • Collaborate with an interprofessional team, such as gynecologists, pharmacists, and nurses, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care using oral contraceptives.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

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  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

Reviews

Vanessa S. on 6/13/2021

Rashilda S. on 10/5/2021

Scott N. on 12/8/2021

I really would have liked a more in depth exploration of pharmacology and choosing appropriate OCPS from the variety of options that exist

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john e. on 3/21/2022

Tiffany M. on 4/25/2022

Angjelin S. on 5/3/2022

Jennifer D. on 5/10/2022

Rebecca I. on 5/12/2022

Please give me access to article after taking test

Bridget B. on 5/31/2022

Marti W. on 7/12/2022

Sharon H. on 8/14/2022

Natalia M. on 8/25/2022

Mary M. on 9/14/2022

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Darra H. on 1/6/2023

syble c. on 1/12/2023

Andrea D. on 1/15/2023

Kimberly U. on 6/20/2023

I'd like more didactic and a table comparing/contrasting different oral contraceptives would be useful

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Linden G. on 9/26/2023

Thank you!

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