Question

A 27-year-old woman requests the combined oral contraceptive pill. She is otherwise healthy but has migraine with aura. She does not smoke. According to UK guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?

Accepted Answer

Combined pill is contraindicated due to migraine with aura

Answer

Combined pill is suitable as she is a non-smoker

Answer

Use combined pill until age 35 then switch

Answer

Use combined pill at half dose

Answer

Use no contraception as all are contraindicated

Practice question

A 27-year-old woman requests the combined oral contraceptive pill. She is otherwise healthy but has migraine with aura. She does not smoke. According to UK guidance, what is the most appropriate advice?