CDC US Medical Eligibility Criteria (US MEC) and Selected Practice Recommendations (US SPR) for Contraceptive Use ★

The US MEC resource includes recommendations for using specific contraceptives who have certain characteristics or medical conditions. The intention of this report is to assist providers in their contraceptive counseling. The US SPR addresses a group of common, yet sometimes complex, issues regarding initiation and use of specific contraceptive methods. The intention of this report is to assist providers in their contraceptive counseling. The US MEC and US SPR app is also available and an easy-to-use reference for contraception guidance.

US MEC

US SPR