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- Internal Condom A soft pouch worn inside the vagina that blocks sperm and lowers the risk of STIs, usually obtained with a prescription.
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| Method | Internal Condom A soft pouch worn inside the vagina that blocks sperm and lowers the risk of STIs, usually obtained with a prescription. | Second method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | Internal Condom 79% typical use Least effective: under 90 out of 100 people successfully prevent pregnancy per year. | — |
| Cost | Internal Condom $0–$3 per unit Insurance: Usually | — |
| Duration | Internal Condom Single use | — |
| Reversibility | Internal Condom Reversible | — |
| STI protection | Internal Condom Yes | — |
| How it works | Internal Condom 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 | Internal Condom Required Telehealth Prescription | — |
| Side effects | Internal Condom
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