Is the contraceptive sponge still available?
Is the contraceptive sponge still available?
PIP: The vaginal sponge, an over-the-counter spermicidal contraceptive, will no longer be available to US women. Whitehall-Robins Healthcare, which began manufacturing the sponge in 1983, has ceased manufacturing this product allegedly because of stringent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements.
Do contraceptive sponges need a prescription?
You don’t need to see a doctor or have a prescription to get the sponge, and it’s sold over-the-counter at most drugstores, some supermarkets, community health centers, Planned Parenthood health centers, and online. You can also buy sponges on the Today Sponge website.
Why was the contraceptive sponge discontinued?
It was discontinued when the original manufacturers, American Home Products, decided not to spend the hefty amount needed to bring its factory equipment up to Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards. The sponge was not pulled from the marketplace because of lack of safety or efficacy, as some rumors had suggested.
Do you need a prescription for diaphragm?
You can buy a diaphragm at a pharmacy, drugstore, or health center after you get a prescription from your nurse or doctor. Diaphragms aren’t one size fits all — they come in different sizes. Your nurse or doctor will fit you for your diaphragm and show you how to insert and remove it.
How much money is a contraceptive sponge?
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What is a disadvantage of using the contraceptive sponge?
What are the disadvantages of the sponge? The sponge doesn’t prevent pregnancy as well as IUDs or hormonal forms of birth control. It prevents pregnancy only if you use it every time you have intercourse. The sponge doesn’t protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), such as herpes or HIV.
What is the cost of a contraceptive sponge?
How much does the sponge cost? The Today Sponge comes in packs of three, which cost around $15. Prices may vary depending on where you buy your sponges. You may be able to get low-cost or free sponges at Planned Parenthood and other community health centers.
