2007-03-20 16:25:20 · 10 answers · asked by my69tgr 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
If you are taking medication to control your depression I suggest you not take contraceptives. contraceptives, such as the pills,depo-pevera - a chemical given to rapist to lose their sexual drive. It can cause weight gain, weight lost, hyper tyhroid, heavy bleeding and so many other problems including losing your sex drive. IUD's are no better because you body can regret them.
You don't want anymore chemical in your body to interfere with the progress of your depression medicine. Generally women get depressed around this time so why would you want to add on to that with hormone altering chemicals.
I am 40 yrs old and have used all the methods provided today. None worked and all made me feel terrible from the hormones pumped into my body. I have three niece's. I have recommended to each that they use Vaginal Contraceptive Films (a spermacidal) and a condom. I have be using them for five years since my last son (who I conceived while on the pill) and haven't missed a period yet. They are convenient to use because you don't have to worry about a schedule of any kind. You put one in 15 minutes before sex and they last up to 3 hours. You won't see any mess of any kind, and they do not irritate. The best part about it is you don't need a prescription. They are over the counter in any drug store and they are much cheaper then anything your doctor will give you. Trust me. They work. But remember to use a condom too. They do not protect against STD's and AIDS. Good luck
2007-03-20 18:25:03 · answer #1 · answered by pretty's girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'd have to ask your doctor about this to get a definite answer, but I have some recommendations. As far as I know, no anxiety medicine interferes with birth control...just antibiotics. My friend is on medication (zoloft, I think?) and she uses Loestrin 24...she only has 3 day periods and she hasn't gotten pregnant! That's a good sign, right? I would also recommend Seasonale, which only gives you 4 periods a year...my mom is on it and has been on and off depression meds for years. I wouldn't recommend ortho tri cyclen, that's what I got pregnant on. However, any birth control pill has a failure rate even if used properly, so unless you can live with the idea of being pregnant, it's best to double up with condoms as well.
I agree with the first answer, too, than an IUD is a great idea for teens because you don't have to remember them daily, yet they are effective, long-term, and reversible, but most IUDs (including the Mirena she mentioned) cannot be used unless you've already had a baby.
Good luck, and I hope you find something that works for you!
2007-03-20 16:36:42 · answer #2 · answered by grayhare 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An IUD would be the best birth control for a teen.
The "Mirena" brand.
The IUD is put in by the doctor and is left there. It is good for up to 5 years. That is the best form of birth control for a teen.
The pill is good but a teen has more of a chance of forgetting to take it and then OOPS, there's a baby.
Ask your doctor about it. Some doctors don't do it but may be able to refer you to someone else who can put it in for her. It is the best. No hassle and you don't even know it's there.
2007-03-20 16:30:48 · answer #3 · answered by Tired-Mom 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I really liked the Nuva Ring....U insert a rubber like ring up inside your cervix *as far as u can put it* and u keep it in there for 3 weeks *remove it for 1 for your period* and then put another in for 3 more weeks etc. So its a once a month birth control and it has the least amount of hormones then any other birth control...*my ob/gyn even used it* It is very effective also...Look into it,its really good and u cant feel a thing...P.s it also lessens the time and consistency of your periods...good luck!
2007-03-20 16:44:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Depo Shot
2007-03-20 22:12:43 · answer #5 · answered by ஐ♥Julian'sMommy♥ஐ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to use ortho tri-cyclen but changed to ortho tri-cyclen low for a lower dose of hormones. I am also on depression medication for post-partum and meds for migraines and my doctor prescribed these to me. It's probably better to ask your doctor for their opinion just to be on the safe side because they know your history and know what medications react with your body but like I said above, I've tried both those types and have had no issues with them. Good luck to you.
2007-03-20 16:38:28 · answer #6 · answered by acehernandez2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your gynocologist (or your heathcare practitioner). I was in the same boat as you, and I'm on the shot (Depo-Provera). It's really important to talk to your doctor about it because the hormones could really mess up your emotions, especially if you're taking medications. Good luck!
2007-03-20 16:35:48 · answer #7 · answered by Amy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
condoms
edit: The mirena is a great birth control as well...but most doctors won't insert it unless you've had at least one baby. It's not recomended for women who haven't had children.
2007-03-20 16:30:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm on antidepressants and I take Seasonale which I like a lot. But it is a daily pill, which can be hard to remember sometimes.
2007-03-20 16:34:03 · answer #9 · answered by Kaiialyne S 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
See your doctor. They know what medications react well with other medications
2007-03-20 16:32:09 · answer #10 · answered by sconeonamission 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋