Does Contragel kill sperm?
Does Contragel kill sperm?
A spermicide is a substance that kills sperm. Spermicides are available as jelly, foam, cream, suppositories, and film. The active ingredient of most spermicides is a chemical called nonoxynol-9. As of August 2009, the only contraceptive jelly available in Canada is Contragel.
What is Contragel for?
Contragel® is a personal lubricant containing lactic acid approved in Europe and other countries for use with vaginal barrier devices. This study assessed the effectiveness in preventing sperm from penetrating midcycle cervical mucus of Caya with Contragel, Caya with 3% nonoxynol-9 (N-9) and Caya alone.
How do you use Contragel?
How To Use ContraGel With A Condom?
- Method A: Apply ContraGel directly to the cervix with a finger or applicator.
- Method B: Apply inside the tip of the condom before putting it on.
- Method C: Apply along the outer shaft of the condom.
What is Caya gel?
Caya Gel is a contraceptive gel for use with a barrier contraceptive, such as Caya Diaphragm, FemCap or a classic diaphragm, to prevent pregnancy.
Can you get pregnant on spermicide?
About 28 out of 100 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.
Can you get yeast infections from spermicide?
Vaginal spermicides can be messy to use. Some people have allergies to spermicides. Using spermicides may increase your risk of a bladder infection, yeast infection, or bacterial vaginosis.
What is the most effective spermicide?
The most effective strength spermicide contains at least 100 mg of nonoxynol-9 per dose. You are more likely to get pregnant if you use a weaker spermicide. There is no difference in effectiveness between various spermicide types, such as gel, film, or suppository.
What are the side effects of using spermicides?
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.
What are the side effects of spermicide?
Do you need a prescription for spermicide?
Spermicide use does not require a prescription or a visit to a health professional. Spermicide is sold in drugstores, grocery stores, and family planning clinics. Spermicide and a condom used together provide a reasonable level of birth control without a prescription.
How do I use Phexxi?
To use, apply the contents of one pre-filled applicator vaginally just before (or up to one hour before) sexual intercourse.
- If you have sex more than once within one hour, you must use an additional dose of Phexxi.
- If intercourse does not occur within one hour, apply an additional dose.