Comparison Chart

Method	Reversible	Discreet	Protects against STIs	Does not contain estrogen	Available over the counter/behind the counter
EXTREMELY EFFECTIVE
Abstinence	X		X	X	X
IUC	X	X		X*
Female sterilization		X		X
Implant	X	X		X
Vasectomy		X		X
VERY EFFECTIVE
CHC (patch/pill/ring)	X	X**
Progestin-only (pill/injection)	X	X		X
LAM**	X	X		X	X
EFFECTIVE
Diaphragm	X			X
Condom (female/male)	X		X	X	X
Coitus interruptus (withdrawal)	X			X	X
MODERATELY EFFECTIVE
Cervical cap	X			X
EC	X	X		***	***
Fertility awareness (rhythm method)	X	X		X
Spermicides	X			X	X
Sponge	X			X	X

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