Comparison of Dermatologic and Neuropsychological Side Effects of Oral Contraceptives, 2016–2020
Oral contraceptive formulation may affect dermatologic and neuropsychological symptoms. Multiple progestins may impact rates of acne and anxiety, with fewer effects on depression and migraine headaches. This knowledge may allow for the personalization of medication selection based on the patients' other co-morbid conditions.
Authors
- Cassandra Denefrio (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0917-646X)
- Rachel Flink‐Bochacki (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0104-668X)
- Joseph Visingardi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7315-9002)
- PJ Feustel
Institutions
- Albany Medical Center Hospital (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Open Access Journal of Contraception
- Published
- 2026-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2147/oajc.s556852
- Primary Topic
- Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00