Long-Acting Reversible Contraception

0 20 February 2024
Long-Acting Reversible Contraception

The field of family planning has been associated with an eternal quest for safe, effective, and convenient contraceptives. Long-acting reversible Contraception (LARC) is a revolutionary practice that allows people to have an easily available yet highly effective and convenient tool for controlling reproductive health. LARC methods like IUDs and contraceptive implants offer extended protection from unwanted birth. This article shall talk about the advantages of LARC and how this method can revolutionize family planning.

  1. Unparalleled Effectiveness –

The effectiveness of LARC methods is its greatest strength; as compared to short-term contraceptives such as birth control pills, long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are more effective at preventing unwanted pregnancies. For instance, IUDs have a failure rate of less than 1%, making them some of the most effective contraceptive methods. This high efficacy comes from the fact that they can provide uninterrupted protection without the need for compliance and hence low human pill intake risks.

  1. Convenience and Low Maintenance –

As far as their convenience and lack of maintenance go, the LARC methods are ahead. Once inserted, IUDs and implants are long-acting contraceptives that can last from 3 to 10 yea