Advances in male hormonal contraception

Indian J Med Res. 2014 Nov;140 Suppl(Suppl 1):S58-62.

Abstract

Contraception is a basic human right for its role on health, quality of life and wellbeing of the woman and of the society as a whole. Since the introduction of female hormonal contraception the responsibility of family planning has always been with women. Currently there are only a few contraceptive methods available for men, but recently, men have become more interested in supporting their partners actively. Over the last few decades different trials have been performed providing important advances in the development of a safe and effective hormonal contraceptive for men. This paper summarizes some of the most recent trials.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Contraception / methods*
  • Contraception / trends*
  • Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal / pharmacology
  • Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Research / trends*
  • Spermatogenesis / drug effects*

Substances

  • Contraceptives, Oral, Hormonal