Recent data since 2017 have largely affirmed prior studies on this topic, showing possible pharmacokinetic relationships between certain contraceptives and anti-retrovirals. Notably, while the effectiveness of progestin-based contraceptives, specifically the implant, appears reduced with efavirenz use, the overall effectiveness may remain higher than most other contraceptive methods. Larger studies are needed to provide further guidance before contraceptive-prescribing recommendations can be changed.
Keyphrases
- randomized controlled trial
- systematic review
- case control
- primary care
- electronic health record
- antiretroviral therapy
- emergency department
- clinical practice
- stem cells
- metabolic syndrome
- big data
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- soft tissue
- machine learning
- hiv infected patients
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