Do progesterone-only contraceptives lead to more mood changes than other types?

J Fam Pract. 2016 Dec;65(12):938-943.

Abstract

No. Women taking progesterone-only contraceptives don't appear to experience more depressive symptoms or mood changes than women on other hormonal contraceptives, and they may experience slightly less depression than women using no contraception.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Affect / drug effects*
  • Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal / adverse effects*
  • Depressive Disorder / etiology*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Progesterone / adverse effects*
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal
  • Progesterone