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How do you use spermicide foam?
For use with a diaphragm—One applicatorful or two teaspoonfuls of jelly (depending on the product) placed into the cup of the diaphragm. Spread more spermicide along the rim of the diaphragm. Insert the diaphragm into the vagina just before, but not longer than six hours before, sexual intercourse.
How do you put spermicide in?
How do you use spermicide?
- You need to insert spermicide deep into your vagina.
- It should be inserted at least 10 to 15 minutes before sex for it to be effective.
- Most spermicides are only effective for 60 minutes.
- Reapply spermicide each time you have sex.
- Never wash out or remove spermicide after having sex.
How do you use VCF foam?
Get into a comfortable position to insert the VCF. You may want to squat, put a foot up on a chair, or lie on your back. Next, fold one film over your finger and push it as deep into your vagina as you can. VCF is more effective if you use your finger to move the VCF over your cervix after you’ve inserted it.
How does spermicide cream work?
How does spermicide work? Spermicide is a chemical that you put deep into your vagina right before sex. It prevents pregnancy two ways: blocking the entrance to the cervix so sperm can’t get to your egg, and stopping sperm from moving well enough to swim to your egg.
How effective is spermicidal foam?
But using spermicide perfectly is hard, so in reality about 28 out of 100 people who use spermicide become pregnant every year — that means spermicide is 72% effective at preventing pregnancy.
Can you use spermicide alone?
How Effective Is Spermicide? Although you can use spermicide alone, it works better when you combine it with a condom or diaphragm. Spermicide used alone is about 70% to 80% effective. Spermicide condoms prevent pregnancy 87% of the time with typical use.
How long is VCF foam effective?
three hours
VCF must be inserted at least 15 minutes before intercourse for it to completely dissolve and work effectively. A new film must be used each time you have intercourse. Once inserted, it will provide protection from pregnancy for up to three hours. VCF has a shelf life of five years.
Can you use spermicide the next day?
You can use EC right away or up to five days after sex. The sooner you use it, the better it works. There are a bunch of EC pills currently on the market in the U.S. that are made with the hormone levonorgestrel. If you take EC pills within 24 hours after sex, they reduce your risk of pregnancy by up to 95%.
Can spermicide be used alone?
Although you can use spermicide alone, it works better when you combine it with a condom or diaphragm. Spermicide used alone is about 70% to 80% effective. Spermicide condoms prevent pregnancy 87% of the time with typical use.
How effective is pulling out with spermicide?
But using spermicide perfectly is hard, so in reality about 28 out of 100 people who use spermicide become pregnant every year — that means spermicide is 72% effective at preventing pregnancy. Using spermicide alone isn’t the most effective way to prevent pregnancy, but it’s better than using no birth control at all.
Do you have to pull out with spermicide?
Using spermicide alone isn’t the most effective way to prevent pregnancy, but it’s better than using no birth control at all. If you’re serious about preventing pregnancy, use spermicide along with another method, like condoms or withdrawal (pulling out).