Contraception for Medicinal Purposes

Contraception is the act of sterilizing the sexual act and intentionally making it unable to result in the conception of a new human life. If a person who is not sexually active uses things like hormonal contraception to treat ailments like acne or menstrual cramps, then she does not commit the sin of contraception. However, as a matter of prudence, she should learn about the health risks associated with various contraceptives and seek advice from a physician who supports Catholic teaching on this subject.