Definition
minipills
noun
- Plural of minipill; a contraceptive pill containing only progestin (no estrogen), taken daily to prevent pregnancy.
Usage: medical; also called progestin-only pill or POP
Examples
- Minipills are often recommended for women who cannot take estrogen.
- Unlike combination pills, minipills contain only one hormone.
- She switched to minipills after experiencing side effects from her previous contraceptive.
- Minipills must be taken at the same time each day to be effective.
- Some women prefer minipills because they can be used while breastfeeding.