Vaginal Sponge

Vaginal Sponge

What is the Vaginal Sponge?

The Vaginal Sponge is a donut-shaped polyurethane device containing spermicide and a woven polyester loop that hangs down into the vagina for removal. Note: In 1995, the sponge was taken off the market in the United States by its manufacturer. The Birth Control Sponge is currently available in Canada and expected to return to the U.S. market soon.

How is the Birth Control Sponge inserted and used?

The Vaginal Sponge can be inserted by the husband or wife, insuring that the sponge is inserted deep enough into her/your vagina - and insuring thesponge covers the cervix. The Vaginal Sponge can be left in place for 24 hours and multiple acts of intercourse; however, it must be left in the vagina for 6 hours after the last act of intercourse.

Instructions for Inserting the Vaginal Sponge

1. Remove the vaginal sponge from package and wet it thoroughly with clean water.

2. Squeeze the vaginal sponge until it foams completely, to activate thespermicide. There is more than enough spermicide in the sponge, so squeeze until it foams generously while adding plenty ofwater, but stop squeezing after it begins foaming

3. Fold the sides of the vaginal sponge upward and insert it deeply in your/her vaginamaking sure it covers the cervix.

4. The Vaginal Sponge can be inserted up to 24 hours prior to intercourse and provides immediate and continuous contraception during this period, regardless of the frequency of intercourse.

5. The Vaginal Sponge should be left in place for six hours after the last act of intercourse but no longer than 30 hours after insertion.

6. You/your wife may swim or tub bathe with the Vaginal Spongeproperlyplaced in your/her vagina.

NOTE: Strenuous activity and some sexual activity could dis-lodge the proper placementof the Vaginal Sponge inside your/her vagina.

7. Do not use the Vaginal Sponge during your menstrual period. Another method of birth control should be used during this time.

8. The Vaginal Sponge should be removed by grasping the loop that is attached to the back of the sponge. Do not attempt to pull on the sponge, as it may fragment.

Does the Vaginal Sponge protect against STDs?

No.

Does the Vaginal Sponge protect against pregnancy?

Yes.

What are the chances of getting pregnant while using the Vaginal Sponge?

Typical use: 20%

Perfect use: 9%

What are the advantages to using the Vaginal Sponge?

The Birth Control Sponge protects for 24 hours and multiple acts of intercourse during that time. Manycouples find it more exciting, and helps her arousal if the husband inserts thevaginal sponge prior to intercourse.

Are there any disadvantages to using the Vaginal Sponge?

The Vaginal Sponge must not be left in the vagina for more than 30 hours or the female runs the risk of toxic shock syndrome.

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