Female condom vs Hormonal coil (IUS)

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Female condom
Hormonal coil (IUS)
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Overview

Rated 3.3

3 reviews

During or before sex

Frequency

79% - 95%

Effectiveness

None

Blood clot risk

None

Effect on fertility

Rated 3.6

649 reviews

Every 3-6 years

Frequency

Over 99%

Effectiveness

None

Blood clot risk

None

Effect on fertility

Female condom ingredients

Female condoms (sometimes referred to as a Femidom) are soft thin pouches that are made of a thin
strong plastic called polyurethane
a substance called nitrile
or latex.

Hormonal coil (IUS) ingredients

Main hormones in Hormonal coil (IUS)

progestogen

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Benefits: What this contraceptive can help with

Protects against STIs

Adenomyosis

Endometriosis

Heavy periods

Menopause

Period pain

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