When looking at different condom brands and types, you might be wondering, “Is spermicide safe?”
Here’s why you might not want it in a condom.
(To rib or not to rib, that is the question.)
Apparently no, according to sex educatorChase Cramer.
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These tears increase your risk of infection because theymake it easier for viruses and bacteria to enter the body.
board-certified OB/GYN and chief medical director atBonafide Health
(The risk applies to other spermicidal products made with nonoxynol-9 as well, like gels and foams.)
(The organization also says products with nonoxynol-9 also are not effective against cervical gonorrhea or chlamydia.)
This isnt to say that spermicidal products are outright badtheyre just not universally suitable for STI prevention.
Thankfully, condoms sans spermicide, when used correctly, help prevent both pregnancyandSTIs.
Dr. Dweck says that any reputable condom brand will make variations without spermicide.
(These nine brands are sex writer-approved.)
(Also,lube is hella fun.)
Stay safe out there, folks!
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board-certified OB/GYN and chief medical director atBonafide Health
