15 best contraceptives

Hard to tell how barbaric modern methods of contraception consider our descendants, because the most advanced and safe contraceptives two centuries ago today, an instrument of torture. It is known, for example, that in the middle ages women wore on cervix iron caps, smeared it with a solution of mercury and lead and insert her pessary made of steel wire and causing infection and sores in the reproductive organs. At different times and in different countries contraception was forbidden by the authorities, the Church, so in selling the new devices such as vaginal syringe or a vaginal shower, which was used for the purification of the internal female organs.

Current contraception rely on the principle of security and guaranteed protection from unwanted pregnancy. Justified and approved by the official medicine contraceptives three types: physiological and pharmacological barrier.

• Barrier. Prevent the ingress of sperm into the uterus. The best known barrier contraceptive is the condom (male and female). Other barrier contraceptives — intrauterine devices, contraceptive sponges, cervical caps, and spermicides.
• Physiological. Suggest having intercourse on certain days of the female cycle, when the risk of pregnancy is minimal. Another method of physiological control — a method PPA (interrupted intercourse).
• Medication. Submitted by pills and vaginal rings and spirals, releasing hormones that block the onset of ovulation.

Assigning a woman a certain method of contraception, gynecologists often give her the opportunity to self-select the appropriate tool from the range of similar. But how to do it, if the same drug there are dozens of analogues that are identical in composition and method of action? Best contraceptive takes into account the opinion of other women, the cost of drugs, the expected effect and the real, as well as additional advantages and side effects.

BEST BIRTH CONTROL PILLS

Long been proven that the prolonged absence of pregnancy can disrupt women's health, triggering hormonal imbalance as well as mental and organ diseases associated with it. This Frenchman Vern Bello, a historian by profession, said in the 19th century: "If a woman is regularly not pregnant, she will suffer from hysteria and from a whole category of somatic symptoms, stimulating almost any type of physical illness or mental condition". At the same time, unwanted pregnancies and abortion can cause a woman is no less harmful than the continued absence of pregnancy.

As a priority means of contraception millions of women around the world choose hormonal contraceptives. They do not affect the sensations during sexual intercourse and is guaranteed to protect from unwanted pregnancy and the consequences of its absence. The action of hormonal contraceptives is based on preventing ovulation. Scientists estimate that at the time of birth the ovaries of girls contain about 1 million follicles that can become eggs, and already 37 years is only 25000. Hormones do not allow the body to ovulate, so the ovarian reserve of the woman remains full. Meanwhile, hormones have not only advantages, but also an impressive list of side effects, often life-threatening.

3 LACTINE

Allowed nursing women
Country: Hungary
Average price: 675 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.8

Lactine contains only the active substance is desogestrel. Is classified as a mini-pill (preparations containing minimal amounts of hormones). Mini-pill Lactine often assigned to nursing women with active menstrual cycle, but also to women who are contraindicated for combined OK. Lachine is one of the few oral contraceptives that is assigned to women who smoke, and women after 45 years.

Another feature of the Hungarian OK is that it protective effect against unwanted pregnancy is somewhat lower than in modern KOK. For this reason, the drug is not recommended for use by women of reproductive age (under 30 years). Otherwise, this is a very effective contraceptive, with less than modern pills, the list of contraindications and side effects.

Advantages:

• permitted during lactation;
• no effect on weight gain;
• suitable for those who have an intolerance to synthetic estrogens.

Disadvantages:

• cause of mastitis;
• disrupts the menstrual cycle during the reception;
• causes depression;
• causes nausea in the beginning of the course.

2 MARVELON





Normalizes the menstrual cycle
Country: Netherlands
Average price: 1 425 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.9

Combined contraceptive drug from Dutch company Organon. Approved for use by women older than 35 years, as it contains a reduced number of acting components. In addition to the contraceptive effect, normalizes the volume of secretion and eliminates pain syndrome during menstruation. Can be used as emergency contraception, but not more often 1 time in 6 months. Efficiency Marvelon as post-coital funds does not exceed 80%.

According to women taking Marvelon, the drug has a negative impact on the ability to get pregnant if his long-term use, so these pills are recommended to drink courses. Given the increased risk of thrombosis, before the drug is recommended to be examined by a haematologist and a hepatologist vascular surgeon.

Advantages:

• is inexpensive;
• normalizes the cycle;
• boosts libido.

Disadvantages:

• causes acne;
• thickens the blood;
• increases appetite.

1 JESS





Best quality
Country: Germany
Average price: 922 RUB.
Rating (2021): 5.0

Unlike other COC with the same active substance, the formula of Jess improved: it uses drospirenone latest (4th) generation and ethinyl estradiol in each pill contains 1.5 times less than in other COC. For this reason, Jess frequently than other drugs, causing swelling, breast disease and weight gain.

Advantages:

• eliminates menstrual pain;
• protects against pregnancy;
• improves skin condition.

Disadvantages:

• the long cycle is restored after completion of the course Jess;
• is addictive;
• reduces libido;
• causes of migraine.

BEST CONTRACEPTIVE CANDLES

Contraceptive candles belong to the category of spermicidal funds for contraception. The principle of chemical spermicides is the destruction of the shell of spermatozoa: engaging in interaction with sperm components of the drug destroy their shell, separate the head from the tail, depriving them of the ability to move. A particularly strong sperm, however, is still able to reach the egg and fertilize it. This may lead to the birth of a child with certain physical deformities. A similar relationship has not been proven, but many women testify to this. It is not recommended to use such contraceptives regularly, because the acid contained in the composition of candles can have a negative impact on the state of the mucosa in the vagina and on the cervix. Candles are not the highest contraceptive ability. According to statistics, 15 women out of 100 using the contraceptive candles, get pregnant within a year.

Thus, contraceptive candles ― this convenient option of prevention for women with rare sex. Candles ideal as additional contraception ― when was the violation of the regimen of pills, or during a complete lactation. Undoubted advantages of this method are the lack of systemic effects on the body and preservation of intimate sensations.

3 INCOTEX





Do not cause a burning sensation
Country: Russia
Average price: 140 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.8

In the candlelight Incotex uses the same active substance, and suppositories farmateks — benzalkonium chloride, therefore these funds are similar. The fundamental difference between Pinacoteca from Farmateks — in value from the candles about 3 times cheaper than the German. Some women find that these candles is slightly worse dissolve in the vagina and give more foam.

Advantages:

• inexpensive;
• don't cause a burning sensation;
• protect from infections.

Disadvantages:

• long dissolve.

2 PATENTEX OVAL

The most popular tool
Country: Germany
Average price: 370 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.9

The main active ingredient in the Pantex Oval — nonoxynol. Included in many of contraceptives as lubrication: due to spermicidal properties enhances its effectiveness as a contraceptive cervical caps, condoms, sponges, and vaginal films. When interacting with the sperm, its membrane ruptures, depriving, thus, the ability to dissolve the shell of an egg. The need to destroy the sperm time to 40 seconds (10 times more than Farmateks). The drug has bactericidal and antiviral properties, so cannot be used as protection against STIs. Studies show that nonoxynol contributes to the incidence of man by certain types of human papillomavirus.

Advantages:

• effective;
• dissolve quickly;
• have a stimulating effect.

Disadvantages:

• have an unpleasant odor;
• cause itching;
• excessive foam.

1 FARMATEKS

Best action. It has antiviral properties
Country: France
Average price: 349 RUB
Rating (2021): 5.0

The main component of the drug is benzalkonium chloride. This drug is used in medicine in 1935. Not only has the contraceptive effect, but and anti-viral (protects against viruses herpes simplex), antifungal and Antiprotozoal. The substance has an instant effect on sperm: its shell is completely destroyed in 10 seconds after contact with benzalkonium chloride. Other drugs in this group requires at least 30 seconds. Due to irritation of the mucous membrane of the vagina and cervix, the drug is able to increase the amount of released mucus, which provides additional contraceptive effect.

Advantages:

• have a pleasant smell;
• dissolve for 5 minutes;
• protect from infections.

Disadvantages:

• cause irritation;
• not open;
• provoke too a large amount of mucus.

BEST INTRAUTERINE CONTRACEPTIVE COILS

Intrauterine device — a contraceptive pill, well known from the times of Ancient China. Old spiral made of aluminum wire and wood, and today of hypoallergenic plastic material, impregnated with anti-inflammatory compounds. The action of the spiral refers to a barrier, spermicidal and abortifacient means at the same time.

• Reduce fertility. The presence in the uterus of the inflammatory process promotes the production of proteins, oppressive maturation of the egg. As a result, ovulation is inhibited and fertilization occurs.
• Abortifacient effect. Located inside the uterus, spiral adversely affects the endometrium, inhibiting its growth and ability to make a fertilized egg. In fact, the spiral causes a miscarriage in early pregnancy.
• Spermicidal effect. In response to located a spiral, inside the uterus there is superficial inflammation. As a result of inflammation of the alkaline environment in the uterus is replaced by an acidic, detrimental to sperm cells and promote their destruction. To increase the acidity of the intrauterine space in the spirals of copper is additionally stimulating the secretion of acid secretion.
• Barrier contraceptive effect. The inflammatory process causes irritation of the cervical canal, which, in turn, produces an increased amount of cervical mucus thick that prevents the penetration in the uterus sperm.

Intrauterine device (IUD) is a reliable and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies, which, however, is associated with the creation of the body of foci of chronic infection.

3 SIMURG BIO-T AG

Best price
Country: Belarus
Average price: 600 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.8

Intrauterine annular spiral Yunona Bio-T Ag is one of the best non-hormonal contraceptives, which can reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy due to the fact that the intrauterine device takes the place of a fertilized egg, preventing its location. Has the classic T-shaped, the basis is the anchor of high-density polyethylene. It is recommended that women who have already had a birth, but suitable nulliparous. Made in the diameter 18 mm for nulliparous women and 24 mm for parous.

For reviews is the best means of contraception for family planning and for couples who already have children. Is set for 5-7 years.

Advantages:

• affordable price;
• long term actions;
• reliability.

Disadvantages:

• access external infections in the uterus;
• the need for tests prior to installation;
• medication to prevent infections.

2 JUNO JUNO T AU

Long life
Country: Belarus
Average price: 3 500 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.9

Intrauterine Juno "Juno T Au" is the means intrauterine contraception to reduce the likelihood of unwanted conception. The spiral is made of pure copper and of gold, which makes it long-term. It has a T-shaped, it is based on the plastic anchor. Recommended for women who need long lasting protection against unwanted pregnancies. Contraindicated in pregnancy and malignant diseases of the genital organs. Valid for a period of not less than seven years.

According to many women, the main advantage of this type of contraception is a reasonable price and long use life.

Advantages:

• long life;
• pure composition;
• does not cause discomfort during intercourse.

• the risk of infection in the uterine cavity;
• the increase in menstrual cycle;
• bleeding.

1 MIRENA

High quality. Efficiency
Country: Finland
Average price: 13 220 RUB.
Rating (2021): 5.0

Mirena belongs to the category gormonoterapii helices, and therefore its principle of operation is similar to that characteristic of hormonal pills. The fundamental difference lies only in the method of delivery of hormones into the body. However, according to some women, hormonal spiral, unlike OK, it does not cause increased appetite, does not cause swelling and does not cause irritation of the digestive system. As Multiload, Mirena is established for 5 years.

Advantages:

• normalizes hormonal balance;
• protects against pregnancy.

Disadvantages:

• requires a large one-time expenses;
• causes of back pain;
• contraindicated with benign tumors.

THE BEST BARRIER CONTRACEPTIVES

Barrier contraception is the oldest, the cheapest, most versatile and commonly used method of contraception. A typical representative of this category — the condom. Less known contraceptive sponge and rings, cervical caps, vaginal film and the diaphragm and chemical barrier means (candles, aerosols, gels). Contraindications to the use of these funds are virtually absent, so they are ideal for those who have intolerance's or Navy. Some barrier contraceptives can prevent premature ejaculation in men, protect against STIs and allergic reactions to ejaculate in women. The main drawback of barrier means is that they operate only at the time of their use. In our rating got the best of barrier contraceptive means.

3 DUREX CLASSIC

The most popular tool
Country: United Kingdom
Average price: 437 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.8

The condom is the most common barrier method of contraception. Barrier contraceptives prevent the meeting of egg and sperm. The condom is designed as a small thin-walled elastic tube with one closed end and an inlet at the other. The condoms fit almost all women, except in cases of latex Allergy. Do not affect hormones and, at the moment, are the only method of contraception that protect against STDs.

Many women still prefer this non-hormonal method of protection due to its almost 100% reliability and ease of use.

Advantages:

• protect against STDs;
• do not change the hormonal background;
• suitable for daily protection.

Disadvantages:

• high cost;
• loss of sensations;
• there is a risk of damaging the latex sheath.

2 CONTRACEPTIVE SPONGE FARMATEKS

The ease of use. Lasting effect
Country: France
Average price: 65 rubles.
Rating (2021): 4.9

Contraceptive sponge as a barrier method used by women many centuries: in ancient times, it was sea sponges soaked in oils, and today — urethane foam impregnated with a chemical spermicidal compositions. The sponge farmateks as used spermicide benzalkonium chloride. Unlike candles contraceptive, sponge has not only spermicidal action, but also mechanical — physically prevents the penetration of sperm into the cervix. Installing the sponge, partners can immediately start to PA, and in the case of repeated sexual intercourse they will not have to enter the vagina a new sponge, as it retains its effect during the day.

Advantages:

• follows;
• conveniently introduced;
• duration;
• has a pleasant smell.

Disadvantages:

uncomfortable removed;

it is difficult to find in pharmacies.

1 CONTRACEPTIVE RING NUVARING

Best hormones
Country: Netherlands
Average price: 1 050 RUB
Rating (2021): 5.0

NuvaRing is one of the hormonal contraceptive methods using, however, a fundamentally different method of administration of hormones — vaginal. Because of this, the hormone passes through the liver and digestive tract, so it has no negative impact. The ring allocates the minimum required amount of the hormone throughout the day, which eliminates the hormonal surges during the day (as in the case of oral contraceptives) and creates a smooth hormonal. Another advantage is the confidentiality of its application: the ring is easy to install yourself, it is not felt during sexual intercourse and does not require removal after. The duration of 3 weeks. After 21 days, ring is removed and after 7 days reset.

Advantages:

• set to 1 once a month;
• does not cause nausea;
• has less severe side effects compared to OK.

Disadvantages:

• sometimes drops when straining;
• causes headache;
• provokes the development of vaginitis;
• allergic;
• increases the appetite.

BEST EMERGENCY CONTRACEPTIVES

Emergency contraception is used, if necessary, interruption of unwanted pregnancy as a consequence of unprotected intercourse. Used pills or IUDs. To occur pregnancy because of the fact that delay ovulation. However, this applies to the onset of pregnancy up to 72 hours after intercourse with the use of tablets and 120 hours after intercourse, if you use an intrauterine device. If you do not take emergency contraceptive before 72 hours expires, they have no will to harm a possible pregnancy. It is also impossible to think that with age the risk of unwanted pregnancy from unprotected intercourse reduces. According to statistics, women in the age category of 30-40 years of fairly fertile and are also included in this risk group. The main and serious shortage of emergency contraceptives is that they cause serious stress to the body and harm women's health.

3 ESCAPE

Safe for the body
Country: Hungary
Average price: 360 roubles
Rating (2021): 4.8

Escape – a contraceptive used for emergency contraception, in its action similar to Postinora. The main active substance is levonorgestrel. Escape better and less harmful contraceptive. Made in the form of flat white tablets. Contraindicated for pregnant women, adolescents under 16, women who smoke older than 30-40 years and people with renal insufficiency. Advantage Eskapel is a high probability of preventing unwanted pregnancies, and with less damage to the body.

According to the majority of women Accapela prefer due to the more mild and gentle action, despite the high price.

Advantages:

• high efficiency;
• taken once.
• deals less damage the body.

Disadvantages:

• high price;
• side effects;
• failure of the menstrual cycle.

2 POSTINOR

High result guarantee
Country: Hungary
Average price: 328 RUB.
Rating (2021): 4.9

Postinor is one of the methods of emergency contraception. Birth control is allowed in the form of tablets containing the current component is levonorgestrel. It prevents pregnancy by delaying the ripening egg or ovulation obstacle. Contraindicated adolescents up to 16 years and in case of problems with the liver. The main advantage of Postinora is that it gives a high guarantee of preventing unwanted pregnancy, but you shouldn't take more than 2 times a year.

For reviews of women, Postinor is effective, but dangerous contraceptive that must be taken after weighing all the pros and cons.

Advantages:

there is no result in the violation of hormonal background;

guarantee up to 95%;

72 hours to prevent unwanted pregnancy.

Disadvantages:

• cannot be used with other contraceptive or alcohol;
• you cannot apply more than once every six months;
• can crash the cycle and bleeding.

1 GINEPRETO

The best efficiency
Country: Russia
Average price: 547 RUB.
Rating (2021): 5.0

Generaton is a means of emergency contraception. Is not a hormonal contraceptive, and therefore less harmful to the body. Genericon blocks the connection between hormones and receptors, preventing these pregnancies, but it does not suppress the action of progesterone, as do other contraceptives. This is its main advantage against the background of the harmful of hormonal emergency contraceptives. Contraindicated in women aged 30-40 years with kidney problems and uterine fibroids.

Most women respond to it very positively and believe the best choice for those who care about their health.

Advantages:

• the most gentle in comparison with other contraceptives;
• effective;
• is not hormonal.

Disadvantages:

• high price;
• side effects;
• not allow to continue the pregnancy in case of failure.

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