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Topic Overview A spermicide is a substance that kills sperm. When using a jelly, foam, or cream, you can then have sex right away. A spermicide film or suppository is inserted deep into the vagina using a finger and is placed close to the cervix. Film or suppositories must be inserted at least 15 minutes before having sex to allow the spermicide to spread in the vagina. A non-prescription method Spermicide use does not require a prescription or a visit to a health professional.
Effectiveness in preventing pregnancy The most effective strength spermicide contains at least mg of nonoxynol-9 per dose. This means that in 1 year, 28 out of women who use spermicide as their only method of birth control get pregnant.
This means that in a year, 12 out of women who use a diaphragm and spermicide together get pregnant. Advantages of spermicides They do not affect future fertility for either the woman or the man. They are used only at the time of sexual intercourse. They are safe to use while breastfeeding birth control that contains estrogen affects milk supply. They are less expensive than hormonal methods of birth control.
They are safe for women who have other health problems birth control that contains estrogen makes some health conditions worse. Disadvantages of spermicides Failure rates for barrier methods are higher than for most other methods of birth control.
Other disadvantages include the following: Spermicides cause an extra discharge from the vagina. Women who use spermicides should not douche for at least 8 hours after intercourse so that the spermicide continues to work to prevent pregnancy. Douching is not recommended for women in general.
Some people are allergic to nonoxynol-9, the active ingredient in most spermicides. Newer to the market is a vaginal pH regulator gel Phexxi that immobilizes sperm, so they can't get to an egg to fertilize it. Similar to some types of spermicide, you put the gel in your vagina with a pre-filled applicator.
This type of contraceptive gel is available by prescription only. Vaginal pH regulator gel Phexxi also helps prevent pregnancy. It provides a nonhormonal option for birth control to be used right before you have sex. About 28 out of women who use spermicide alone will get pregnant in the first year of typical use. The vaginal pH regulator gel has shown similar results. Using backup birth control can reduce the risk of pregnancy. Spermicide may increase the risk of urinary tract infections. Vaginal irritation — such as burning or itching or a rash — is the most common side effect of spermicide.
Spermicide may also cause an allergic reaction. Spermicide may cause penile irritation or burning urination in your sexual partner. Spermicide doesn't prevent sexually transmitted infections. Using spermicide frequently may increase vaginal irritation from the spermicide's active ingredient, nonoxynol-9, which may increase the risk of contracting HIV or other sexually transmitted infections STIs.
Rectal use of spermicide isn't recommended because it may increase the risk of getting an STI. Vaginal pH regulator gel can cause vaginal itching or a burning sensation in the vagina. Penile irritation is also possible. More research is needed to know whether this contraceptive gel might protect against STIs. You can use vaginal pH regulator gel in combination with most types of birth control, but it's not recommended for use with the vaginal ring.
Before using spermicide or a vaginal pH regulator gel, read the product instructions carefully. Consult your health care provider if you have any concerns. Spermicide comes in many forms. This is a spermicide film, which dissolves once it's placed in the vagina. This is an example of a package that contains spermicide foam. Apply spermicide. Find a comfortable position, such as lying down. List of Partners vendors. Spermicide is an OTC birth control method that stops and immobilizes sperm.
Spermicide can be used by itself. But, to be more effective, you can combine it with other birth control methods, like a condom or female condom. You must always use spermicide with a diaphragm or cervical cap.
Spermicide has to be inserted deep into the vagina before having sex. The spermicide forms a barrier that blocks the cervix, the entrance to the uterus. It can stop sperm from swimming, so they cannot fertilize an egg. Spermicide also helps to prevent pregnancy by killing sperm. Many spermicides contain the chemical nonoxynol-9 N It is important that you follow the warning labels of these spermicides because using N-9 too frequently may pose problems.
Even though they work the same way, each type of spermicide is a little different to use. Because of this, it is important that you read the directions that come with the spermicide type you plan to use. You must insert the spermicide into your vagina before having sexual intercourse.
Again, read the directions to find out how much time you must wait after inserting the spermicide before you can have sex. Spermicide is only effective for about one hour after you have inserted it. This means that you must use more spermicide if more than an hour has passed. You also need to insert another application of spermicide every time you have sex.
Spermicide is easy to use and can be conveniently bought OTC without a prescription.
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