Population explosion is one of the global issues of concern. The increasing number
of individuals could result in negative impact on social and economy. To overcome
this problem, convenient and safe modern contraception was introduced.
However, recently many researchers have conducted studies on the effectiveness
of medicinal plants as contraceptive agents on human and animal models.
Therefore, the studies of herbal and modern contraceptives were summarized
in this review article. A total of 66 relevant articles were documented having
information regarding the modern and herbal contraceptives. All contraceptives
are highly effective provided they are used consistently and in the proper way.
Contraception is important as it could prevent diseases and infections caused by
sexual intercourse and prevent unintended pregnancy. Therefore, this review is an
attempt to summarize the potential of medicinal plants as contraceptive agents and
the modern contraceptive methods used as birth control in males and females
