Spermicide Method - Birth Control Method

What spermicide?

Spermicide is a birth control method that contains chemicals that prevent sperm from moving. Spermicides are available in various forms, including creams, film, foams, gels and suppositories.

Spermicides can be used alone, or it can be used with other methods of birth control to make them more effective. It is always used with the diaphragm and the cervical cap.

What is the best method of birth control (or contraception)?

There is no "best" method of birth control. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages.

All women and men can have control over when and if they become parents. Make choices about birth control, or contraception, is not easy. There are many things to think about. For starters, learn the methods of birth control that you or your partner can use to prevent pregnancy. You can also talk with your doctor about choices.

Before choosing a method of birth control, consider:

Your overall health
How often do you have sex
The number of sexual partners you have
If you want to have kids someday
How each method to avoid pregnancy
Possible side effects
Your comfort level with using the method
Keep in mind, even the most effective methods of birth control can fail. But your chances of getting pregnant are lowest if the method you choose is always used correctly and every time you have sex.