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Q: Over the Counter Birth Control

asked by: Karilynn on August 16th, 2004

New User

I am already on the pill (ortho tri-cyclen) but was off for a few months when I went to another state for a family situation. I just started taking them again this week and I will be going back home for a week next weekend. I want to be protected that week and would like a backup just for peace of mind, but was wondering if I have any options other than condoms? I would be willing to go to a clinic over this, the problem is I haven't been able to get any appointments within the next month after I found out the date I was going home. So is there anything other than condoms available over the counter?

Replies(3)

cherry_pie

replied on August 16th, 2004

Active User, very eHealthy

Spermicidal foam is available as well.

2ferano

replied on August 16th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

Yes there is foam, inserts and even film like inserts that are spermicidal. If you go to a pharmacy or even anwhere like wal-mart and they have many options.

PattyV

replied on August 16th, 2004

Extremely eHealthy

If you use any of these products,use them in combination.Like spermicide and a condom.I don't know about films,never used them.Good luck!Patty

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