Compare Birth Control methods
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Side-by-side comparison
| Method | ![]() Internal CondomA soft pouch worn inside the vagina that blocks sperm and protects against STIs, available by prescription. | Second Method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | 79% typical use Least effective: under 90 out of 100 people successfully prevent pregnancy per year. | — |
| Cost | $0–$4 /per unit Insurance: Usually | — |
| Duration | Single use | — |
| Reversibility | Reversible | — |
| STI Protection | Yes | — |
| How it works | A soft, loose-fitting nitrile pouch lines the vagina and collects semen. The inner ring anchors it at the cervix and the outer ring stays outside the vaginal opening. | — |
| Prescription | Required Prescription required | — |
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