Described are methods of providing contraception in a woman having a BMI≥30.0 kg/m.sup.2, comprising: selecting a woman determined to have a BMI≥30.0 kg/m.sup.2, and then orally administering to the selected woman a therapeutically effective amount of an estetrol component at a daily dose of from 14 mg to 16 mg, based on the estetrol moiety, and drospirenone at a daily dose of from 2.5 mg to 3.5 mg. Also described are methods of contraception that achieves a Pearl Index of <5 in women having a BMI≥30.0 kg/m.sup.2, comprising: selecting a woman determined to have a BMI≥30.0 kg/m.sup.2, and then orally administering to the selected woman a therapeutically effective amount of an estetrol component at a daily dose of from 14 mg to 16 mg, based on the estetrol moiety, and drospirenone at a daily dose of from 2.5 mg to 3.5 mg, wherein the method comprises daily administration of the estetrol component and drospirenone on 24 consecutive days followed by a hormone-free period of 4 consecutive days.

A PLG copolymer material, termed a PLG(p) copolymer material, adapted for use in a controlled release formulation for a bioactive material is provided, wherein the formulation exhibits a reduced “initial burst” effect when introduced into the tissue of a patient in need thereof. A method of preparation of the PLG copolymer material is also provided, as are methods of use.

A method for contraception includes administering to a female daily, in a triphasic dosing regimen during a time period of 21 successive days, an oral combination drug formulation of levonorgestrel (LNG) and ethinyl estradiol (EE), wherein doses in the second, third and fourth phases of the regimen increase by a predefined dose increment as compared to the corresponding doses administered during the previous phase, wherein the LNG dose in the first phase is 100 mcg, in the second phase is 125 mcg, and in the third phase is 150 mcg, wherein the EE dose in the first phase is 20 mcg, in the second phase is 25 mcg, and in the third phase is 30 mcg, and wherein the triphasic dosing regimen is followed by 7 days without LNG and EE administration.

The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for contraception that also enhance the efficacy of microbicides. Such compositions serve the dual purpose of preventing pregnancy and lessening the risk of spreading sexually transmitted diseases. More specifically, the compositions and methods relate to syngergistic contraceptive microbicide and antiviral compositions comprising a combination of a contraceptive microbicide and an antiviral agent in an acidic carrier that enhances the efficacy of both the contraceptive microbicide and antiviral agent.

The present disclosure relates to a vaginal system that prevents pregnancy comprised of segesterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol and is configured for thirteen 28-day product-use cycles.

The present disclosure relates to a vaginal system that prevents pregnancy comprised of segesterone acetate and ethinyl estradiol and is configured for thirteen 28-day product-use cycles.

Formulations and methods for providing progestin-only contraception to a woman including transdermally administering to a woman a formulation having a contraceptively effective amount of progestin-only hormonal agents as part of a contraceptive regimen.

Biodegradable contraceptive implants and methods of making and using thereof, are preferably formed of poly(ω-pentadecalactone-co-p-dioxanone) [poly(PDL-co-DO)], a family of polyester copolymers that degrade slowly in the presence of water. The material is suitable as the basis of a biodegradable contraceptive implant that provides sustained release of a progestin at a rate similar to a commercially available nondegradable implant. In a preferred embodiment, the progestin is levonorgestrel (LNG), a hormone that prevents pregnancy by preventing the release of an egg from the ovary or by preventing fertilization of the egg by sperm. The implant may be inserted subcutaneously, allowing degradation over a period of up to about 18 or 24 months, eliminating the need for removal by a trained practitioner.

A drug delivery system is provided in the form of a controlled release, bioerodible pellet for subdermal implantation. The pellet is bioerodible, and provides for the sustained release of a pharmacologically active agent over an extended time period. As such, the drug delivery system finds significant utility in chronic drug administration. Bioerosion products are water soluble, bioresorbed, or both, obviating the need for surgical removal of the implant. Methods for manufacturing and using the drug delivery system are also provided.

Provided are compounds that are inhibitors of both rho kinase and of a monoamine transporter (MAT) act to improve the disease state or condition. Further provided are compositions comprising the compounds. Further provided are methods for treating diseases or conditions, the methods comprising administering compounds according to the invention. One such disease may be glaucoma for which, among other beneficial effects, a marked reduction in intraocular pressure (IOP) may be achieved.