When Should You Stop Using Contraceptives?

Hello! Today, we will discuss an important question: when should you stop using contraceptives and how to do it safely? Let's break it down together.

General Age for Stopping Contraception

For most women, it is recommended to stop using contraceptives around the age of 55, as the likelihood of pregnancy at this stage becomes extremely low.

When to Stop Using Combined Oral Contraceptives?

• Age 50: Combined oral contraceptives should be discontinued at this age, as long-term use after this age may not be safe.
• After stopping, you can switch to non-estrogen medications or opt for non-hormonal contraceptive methods.

What About the Intrauterine Device (IUD)?

• Non-hormonal IUD: This should be removed once menopause is reached, as it may cause infections.
• Hormonal IUD (e.g., Levonorgestrel): This can be used until the age of 55, as it helps control bleeding and maintains contraceptive effectiveness.

How to Check if Menopause is Approaching?

If you are using contraceptives and want to know if menopause is near, you should:

• Stop using hormonal contraceptives around the age of 50.
• Take a test for Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) levels about 4-5 weeks after stopping.
• If FSH levels are above 30, you can switch to non-estrogen contraceptives and continue using them for about another year.

How to Choose a Safe Contraceptive Method?

If hormonal levels indicate that menopause is approaching, your doctor can help you choose a contraceptive method that suits your age and health condition.

We hope this information was helpful to you. Thank you for your attention!