Compare Birth Control methods
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| Method |  WithdrawalThe man withdraws his penis from the vagina before ejaculation to reduce the chance of sperm reaching the egg. | Second Method Select a method using "+ Add method" above |
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| Efficacy | 80% typical use Least effective: under 90 out of 100 people successfully prevent pregnancy per year. | — |
| Cost | $0 Insurance: Varies | — |
| Duration | Per act | — |
| Reversibility | Reversible | — |
| STI Protection | No | — |
| How it works | The man withdraws his penis from the vagina before ejaculation to keep semen out of the vagina. Pre-ejaculate may contain some sperm, which is why perfect use is not 100%. A 2024 pilot study found sperm in about 13% of pre-ejaculate samples, though roughly 75% of participants had no sperm in any sample. | — |
| Prescription | OTC No prescription / OTC | — |
| Who shouldn't use this |
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