Is the combined oral contraceptive pill (OCP) contraindicated in women with Diabetes Mellitus?
No. Pregnancy in diabetics carries significant risks to both mother and fetus and prevention of unwanted/unplanned pregnancy with a highly reliable form of contraception is essential There is no evidence that combined OCP use worsens the course of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes mellitus. The combined OCP can be used safely in diabetic patients especially in otherwise healthy female nonsmokers, whereas women with more advanced diseases such as vascular complications should be counselled to use alternative contraceptions.
