noun
contraceptive drug; birth control medication
Refers to pharmaceutical contraceptives, such as oral pills, injections, or implants. Not used for barrier methods like condoms.
避妊薬には経口避妊薬や注射タイプなどがあります。
Contraceptive drugs include oral contraceptives and injectable types.
医師に相談して避妊薬を処方してもらった。
I consulted a doctor and got a prescription for birth control medication.
経口避妊薬 is a more specific term for oral contraceptives (the pill).
Compound of 避妊 (contraception) and 薬 (medicine, drug).