birth control question?

Question

Hi!

I take lamictal. Due to this, I cannot take birth control pills.

Lamictal is sentitive to birth control pills and the hormonres because it causes lamictal is exit my system faster dimiinished its help by almost 75%

the problem is i am in a long term relationship. I no longer want to use condoms.. If i cant use hormonal birth control, what can i do.

i looked into cervical caps, sponges, spermicides, they are all only like 80%effective??

what do i do

Answer 1

Sorry but that's about all there is.. Keep using the condoms. Just because it's a long term relationship doesn't mean you can stop.


Actually i just remembered.. I heard there's a female condome out now.. you could look into that. I think it comes in like a spray or gel... can't remember exactly.

Answer 2

The only thing that is more effective is an IUD. 94% effective.

Side effects: irritation of uterine lining. Causes bleeding, cramping, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease.

Must be checked regularly.

The different types can stay in for different amounts of time. Copper T can be left in for 10 years. The Progestasert T for 1 year. And the Minera can be left in for 5 years.

There's also something called Lea's Shield. I don't know much about it, but it may be worth looking into.

You're partner could look into a vasectomy, silicone plugs, and other male contraceptives. There are gels and battery operate capsules.

Answer 3

yes, those are only 80% effective. i really don't know what to tell you. there is the female condom, which is probaly just as effective as the other stuff.
me and my bf just use withdrawal but i know that is very dangerous and i wouldnt reccomend it

Answer 4

consider an IUD. talk to your doctor about it, and look at the info at planned parenthood's site (i think it's plannedparenthood.org)

Answer 5

talk to a doctor

Answer 6

don't have sex unless you want to have a baby