Birth Control Topic

Non-Hormonal Contraceptives

Male Condom

• 97% effective

• There is a variety of styles,. colors, materials, textures and sizes available

• A new condom must be used every time you have sex

• Condoms must be applied to an erect penis

Female Condom

• 95% effective

• There is one female condom available

• a new condom must be used very time you have sex

• Can be inserted up to 8 hours before sex

Intrauterine Device

• 99% effective

• There is one copper-T IUD available

• After insertion this IUD may remain in place for up to 10 years

• Once removed fertility may return within one month

Spermicides

• 94% effective

• There are many spermicides available- foams, creams, jellies, vaginal suppositories

• Must be used every time you haves sex

• Must be inserted n more than 1 hour before you have sex

Diaphragm

• 94% effective

• Many sizes available

• You need to be fitted for the correct size

• Must be used every time you have sex with fresh spermicide

• May be inserted 6-8 hours before sex

Cervical Cap

• 84% - 91% effective

• Many sizes available you need to be fitted for the correct size

• Must be used every time you have sex with spermiced

• Provides continuous protection up to 48 hours

Surgical Sterilization

• Greater than 99% effective

• Women Tubule Ligation

• Men - Vasectomy

• Procedures are considered permanent they may not be reversible