Compare Birth Control methods
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Side-by-side comparison
| Method |  External CondomA non-hormonal barrier method that also lowers the risk of STIs, available over the counter. | Second Method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | 87% typical use Least effective: under 90 out of 100 people successfully prevent pregnancy per year. | — |
| Cost | $0.5–$3 /per unit Insurance: Varies | — |
| Duration | Single use | — |
| Reversibility | Reversible | — |
| STI Protection | Yes | — |
| How it works | A physical sheath worn over the penis that blocks semen from entering the vagina and reduces skin-to-skin contact that transmits STIs. | — |
| Prescription | OTC No prescription / OTC | — |
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