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ArticleCureus2024

Trends in Utilization of Emergency Contraceptives in Tanzania: A Retrospective Longitudinal Study From 2018 to 2023.

Auleria W Kadinde, Raphael Z Sangeda, Lucy Mwenda, Khadija I Yahya-Malima, Cassian F Masatu, Yonah H Mwalwisi, Adam M Fimbo

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7 authors.

Auleria W KadindePharmaceutical Microbiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, TZA.
Raphael Z SangedaPharmaceutical Microbiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, TZA.
Lucy MwendaPharmaceutical Microbiology, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, TZA.
Khadija I Yahya-MalimaNursing Management, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam, TZA.
Cassian F MasatuMedicines Control, Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority, Dodoma, TZA.
Yonah H MwalwisiMedicines Control, Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority, Dodoma, TZA.
Adam M FimboMedicines Control, Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority, Dodoma, TZA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction Emergency contraceptives (ECs) are a critical method for preventing unwanted pregnancies following unprotected sexual intercourse. However, Tanzania is experiencing an alarming surge in the misuse of ECs among reproductive-aged females, particularly younger girls and women. Reports of their use as regular contraceptives are a rising concern. Deviations from their intended use in emergencies may not only increase the risk of contraceptive failure but also increase the risk of adverse health events. This study aims to delineate and evaluate the utilization patterns of ECs over six consecutive years using importation data obtained from the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA). Materials and methods We analyzed the EC data collected by TMDA over six consecutive years using a retrospective longitudinal design. Microsoft Power BI (Microsoft

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emergency contraceptives (ecs)ethinyloestradiollevonorgestrelp2pharmacoepidemiologytanzania

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