Medical MCQ-During the first 6 months of lactation, which amongst the following contraceptives is not advisable?

During the first 6 months of lactation, which amongst the following contraceptives is not advisable?

DMPA

Combined oral contraceptives pills

Progestin only pills

Norplant

Question Category:

Social & Preventive Medicine

Correct Answer:

Combined oral contraceptives pills

Description:

- Combined oral contraceptives are relatively contraindicated in the first six months of delivery, as they decrease breastmilk output. - Progestin-only methods can be used after 6 weeks of delivery safely as they have little to no effect on lactation post-six weeks.

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