Althea is a combination pill that contains an anti-male hormone called Cyproterone acetate, best for treating moderate to severe hormonal acne, hirsutism or excessive, unwanted coarse hair growth, and male-pattern hair loss from androgen excess. It also acts as a progesterone, which helps prevent ovulation to protect you from unwanted pregnancy.

Conditions: Best for those with PCOS, Hormonal acne, Androgen-excess/Hyperandrogenism

Consult with an OBGYN to get a prescription if Althea works for you! Each pill is different and a doctor can prescribe the best one for you.

What's in my birth control pack?

Althea is a Combination Pill. This means that it contains two hormones, estrogen and progestin.

Your birth control pack contains 21 tablets. One tablet is meant to be taken every day, at the same time!