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HOW IT WORKS:

Forms a chemical barrier that either kills the sperm or makes them inactive and thus unable to pass through the cervix to the egg. No sperm - no pregnancy.

EFFECTIVENESS:

80%

AVERAGE COST:

$0.50 - $3.50 per use.

ADVANTAGES:

Available without a prescription.  No known risk to general health.  Fertility returns immediately upon discontinued use.  One product available that lasts 24 hours and does not require re-application with each sex act.

DISADVANTAGES:

Some STD protection.  Less effective than other methods.  Effectiveness can be increased if used with condoms. Must wait 8 hours before taking a bath or douche.  Usually last only one hour.  Side effects: Vaginal irritation, some women are allergic to spermicides.  May interrupt lovemaking - most products need insertion at least ten minutes before intercourse.  Majority of products only last for one sex act.

HOW TO USE IT:

Must be applied into the vagina within 30 minutes of ejaculation. Inserts may need to be placed one hour before intercourse. Must follow package directions.

YOU NEED TO CALL A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF:

You experience any of the following: soreness of the vagina; rash in the genital area; or profuse, foul-smelling or itchy discharge.

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