Male condoms are thin latex or polyurethane sheaths that are worn on the penis during sex.
Spermicide ingredients
Nonoxynol-9 is the main active ingredient in spermicide. It works by helping to block the cervix and slow down sperm so they can't and fertilize an egg.
What Lowdown reviewers say
Benefits: What this birth control can help with
Protects against STDs
Non-hormonal
There are no benefits that are recognised in scientific research or guidelines for this birth control
