The Contraceptive Pill in India

Birth control pills are tablets with a dose of hormones which prevent pregnancy. They are easy to swallow, are 99-91% effective and can have many positive side effects. You can read more about the method here.

Are birth control pills widely available in India?

Yes, birth control pills are available at pharmacies.

Do I need a prescription to buy birth control pills in India?

The government states that birth control pills should only be sold when a prescription by a registered medical practitioner is provided. However, the pills are also sold over the counter without a prescription.

Is there any age restriction for accessing birth control pills in India?

No, there’s no age restriction for accessing birth control pills.

How much do birth control pills cost in India?

Birth control pills can cost between 30 and 210 Indian rupees, depending on the type.

What are the different birth control pill brands available in India?

Choice Pill is a widely known contraceptive pill with a 33-year history in India. It contains 21 contraceptive pills which help prevent pregnancy and 7 pills containing ferrous fumarate which helps cope with loss of iron during periods.
Pack of Choice birth control pills with iron by DKT India, combipack of Levonorgestrel, Ethinylestradiol, and Ferrous Fumarate tablets.
LE-Kare is a combined oral contraceptive pill formulated for effective and reversible hormonal contraception. It contains a low-dose combination of Levonorgestrel IP 0.15 mg and Ethinylestradiol IP 0.03 mg, designed to be taken daily for the prevention of pregnancy.
Pack of LF-Kare contraceptive pills by DKT India, Levonorgestrel and Ethinylestradiol tablets, 21 tablets pack.
Gesto-Kare is a prescription-only combined oral hormonal tablet used for the treatment of menstrual irregularities caused by hormonal imbalance. It contains a low-dose combination of Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol, which helps regulate menstrual cycles and reduce abnormal uterine bleeding.
Pack of Gesto-Kare 30 contraceptive pills by DKT India, Desogestrel and Ethinylestradiol tablets, 21 tablets pack.
Cypo-Kare is a prescription-only contraceptive pill used in the treatment of androgen-related conditions in women, especially those associated with hormonal imbalance and PCOS.
Pack of Cypo-Kare 35 contraceptive pills by DKT India, Cyproterone Acetate and Ethinylestradiol tablets, 21 tablets pack.
Drosi-Kare is another prescription-only contraceptive pill. It combines Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol. It is specially formulated for those who require hormonal support along with anti-mineralocorticoid action, particularly beneficial if you have a higher body weight.
Pack of Drosi-Kare 30 contraceptive pills by DKT India, Drospirenone and Ethinylestradiol tablets, 21 tablets pack.
Another brand available in India is Trust, which comes in three types: Trust, Trust L and Trust Neo.

Who can I contact for more information in India?

Janani
Toll-free call center number: 1800-200-3006
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