Methods


All contraceptive methods must be readily available and used correctly and consistently

Barrier Methods
§  Male condoms
§  Female condoms

Oral Contraceptives
§  Combined oral contraceptive pills taken daily
§  Progesterone-only pill (POP)

Injectable Contraceptives
§  Depo Provera (administered once every 3 months)

Contraceptive Implants (subdermal, contain progestin only)
§  Norplant – 5 rods effective for 5-7 years
§  Implanon – 1 rod effective for 3 years

Intrauterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD)

Voluntary surgical contraception (permanent)
§  Tubal ligation – female (may be reversible)
§  Vasectomy – male

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