More than 80% of U.S. women will use hormonal contraception during their reproductive years (1). Many of these
women use hormonal contraception for its noncontraceptive benefits. Hormonal contraceptives can correct menstrual
irregularities resulting from oligo-ovulation or anovulation and make menstruation more predictable.
The purpose of this document is to describe noncontraceptive uses for hormonal contraceptives and examine the
evidence evaluating the effectiveness of contraceptives for these applications. For many of the conditions, experts
suggest that effects of contraceptives are class effects and that all formulations may provide similar therapy. Evidence
will be given for specific routes and formulations of hormonal contraception when available, although there are few
data on newer methods and formulations.
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