the newer "low dose" pills were pretty much made for women in their 30s and 40s who want to keep taking BC pills until menopause. And they work great! I take Kariva (generic for Mircette) and they are one of the lowest dose pills you can get. I've had nothing but good results with them. Talk with your doctor and based on your health, age, etc. , he'll be able to tell you what kind would be best for your body. Loestrin Fe is also a good one that is "low dose". I took them for a while, but they were just not effective enough at keeping my cramps away ( I have endometriosis).