Off-Label Birth Control Uses

The “Pill” Offers Benefits Beyond Pregnancy Prevention

According to a new Practice Bulletin recently issued by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists the “Pill” offers additional benefits along with aiding in the prevention of pregnancy. Hormonal contraceptives (Birth Control) also treats menstruation-related disorders such as severe menstrual pain and heavy menstrual bleeding.

The Bulletin noted that combined oral contraceptive Birth Control Pills, such as Alesse, Triphasil, Mircette and Ortho Tricyclen, which contain both estrogen and progesterone offer disease prevention by reducing the risk of developing endometrial, ovarian and colorectal cancer up to 20 years after usage has been terminated. Other potential benefits include prevention of menstrual migraines, treatment of pelvic pain caused by endometriosis and

Studies indicate that more than 80% of women in the US will use some form of hormonal contraceptive Birth Control during their reproductive years. Hormonal Contraceptives take many forms, including pills, patches, implants, injections, vaginal rings, and the intrauterine device (IUD). Pregnancy prevention is the primary reason that most women use hormonal contraception. However, these contraceptives are also frequently prescribed specifically for non-contraceptive reasons, which is considered off-label use.

"We've known for many years that hormonal contraceptives have health advantages beyond preventing pregnancy," says Robert L. Reid, MD, the leading developer of the Bulletin. Dr. Reid noted that the research suggested that "Combined Oral Contraceptives are effective in normalizing irregular periods, reducing symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder, improving acne and allowing women to avoid having their period at inconvenient times, such as during a business trip, vacation or honeymoon," Dr. Reid additionally noted that. "Although there is little data on the newer forms of hormonal contraception in terms of their off-label benefits, experts suggest that they may be as effective as the more studied ones in treating the same conditions."

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Source:American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, news release, Dec. 21, 2009