spermicide/vaginal gel
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What is Spermicide & Gel?
Spermicides have two main parts: an active ingredient and a carrier. The active ingredient is a substance that stops or kills sperm by breaking their outer layer. The carriers come in different forms like gels, foams, creams, tablets, films, and suppositories
How effective is spermicide?
72-79%
How do I use spermicide?
Spermicides need to be put into the vagina before sex and are often used with other contraceptives like condoms, cervical caps and diaphragms to work better.
How do I get spermicide?
You can get it from shops, pharmacies and online. it doesnt need prescription
What are the benefits of spermicide?
Easy to buy, cheap and requires no prescription Available in various forms like gels, foams, creams, etc Doesnt contain hormones Have no contraindications except HIV works right away easy to use and can be combined with many other methods such as barrier methods
What are the disadvantages of using spermicide?
Must use every time you have sex low efficiency doesnt prevent STIs might cause allergic reaction, Vaginal irritation or burning sensations might disrupt vaginal normal flora and pH
How safe is spermicide?
It is generally safe for most people unless you are allergic to nonoxynol-9 or HIV-positive
Are there different types of spermicide and gel?
There are two main kinds: 1. Spermicides, often based on nonoxynol-9 2. vaginal pH regulator such as Phexxi