What are 10 types of contraceptives?

The different types of contraception

Cap.
Combined pill.
Condoms.
Contraceptive implant.
Contraceptive injection.
Contraceptive patch.
Diaphragm.
Female condoms.

How many types of contraceptives are there?

Birth control methods vary far and wide. There’s a method for nearly every body and lifestyle. In fact, there are about 12 methods in total and counting. And those methods range from non-hormonal and hormonal to single use and long-lasting use.

Is there a male contraceptive?

At the moment, the 2 contraceptive methods available to men are: condoms – a barrier form of contraception that stops sperm from reaching and fertilising an egg. vasectomy – a minor, usually permanent, surgical procedure that stops sperm from reaching the semen ejaculated from the penis.

What is the best female contraception?

Contraceptives that are more than 99% effective if used correctly:

contraceptive implant (lasts up to three years)
intrauterine system, or IUS (up to five years)
intrauterine device, or IUD, also called the coil (up to five to 10 years)
female sterilisation (permanent)
male sterilisation or vasectomy (permanent)

Which contraceptive pill is best?

A low dose pill such as Loestrin 20 might be the best contraceptive pill for you. These types of contraceptive pill contain both oestrogen and progesterone, but with a lower dose of oestrogen compared to the regular combined pill. This means that oestrogen-related side effects are often reduced.

Can a regular doctor give you birth control?

You need to see a doctor or nurse to get the types of birth control that work best to prevent pregnancy — like the IUD, implant, shot, pill, patch, or ring. You can get these kinds of birth control from your regular doctor or gynecologist, or at your nearest Planned Parenthood health center.