CAYA Diaphragm Gel

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Lactic-acid based spermicides are made from natural ingredients and provide users who experience adverse reactions to spermicides filled with chemicals, such as N-9, with a safe alternative. Contragel Green, sometimes rebranded as Caya Gel is the most popular lactic-acid based alternative on the market. There was a time when diaphragms were the most popular birth control available (think safe, effective, discreet birth control that is comfortable for both partners and easy enough to use.) But the advent of hormonal birth control and IUDs, coupled with the rise of the powerful pharmaceutical industry, pushed diaphragms into oblivion.

They shouldn't be used while you are menstruating. However, remember that intercourse only has the risk of pregnancy for about 6 days per cycle during your fertility window. A healthy egg is only able to be fertilized for 18-24 hours and sperm can't survive for more than 5 days inside of you so that span of 6 days (5 days before ovulation and the day of ovulation) are really the only time when barrier contraception needs to be used for pregnancy protection. No contraceptive method can guarantee 100% safety from an unwanted pregnancy. The Caya® diaphragm is as safe as the classic diaphragm. The more often you use the Caya® diaphragm, the more confident you will become in using this contraceptive method and the more safety this method will offer you. ​ How do I know that the Caya® is inserted correctly and fits? Purple Silicone Cup: The silicone cup is highly durable while still being unbelievably thin and almost silky, It is comfortable and almost always completely undiscernable during intercourse. And of course, the purple color is way more appealing than the classic medical white. In recent years, more women are looking for birth control options that are hormone-free, affordable birth, and easy to use. Once again, they are turning to diaphragms.

currently have a vaginal infection (wait until your infection clears before using a diaphragm or cap) The diaphragm is 86% effective at preventing pregnancy if used correctly, every time you have sex. Incorrect use, not inserting properly before sex or removing too soon after sex, mean that the diaphragm might only be 82% effective at preventing pregnancy. The Caya® diaphragm can be used up to 2 years after the first use before replacement unless Caya® becomes damaged or in cases of vaginal infection. Will the Caya diaphragm really last 2 years? The Caya diaphragm was completely redesigned to make an easier to use, more comfortable, and more anatomically accurate diaphragm. You only have to use a diaphragm or cap when you have sex, but you must leave it in for at least 6 hours after the last time you had sex. You can leave it in for longer than this, but do not take it out before.

After use and removal from the vagina, the diaphragm should be rinsed clean with warm water and unperfumed soap, patted dry and returned to its case. It should be stored away from heat.Because lactic-acid based spermicides such as ContraGel Green are water soluble, they are safe to use with natural latex rubber and polyurethane condoms, latex and silicon rubber diaphragms, and cervical caps. ContraGel Green forms a mechanical barrier with a low PH value in front of the cervix when used with a diaphragm or cervical cap. This inhibits and immobilizes the sperm. When used together, the contraceptive barrier (such as the diaphragm) and ContraGel Green provide twice the amount of contraceptive protection. They are not classed as a 'drug' for licensing purposes but a Class II medical devices. It is approved by the European Union with the CE0124 approval mark. This makes it available over-the-counter, without a prescription. GARY PARKER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY and GARO/PHANIE/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY https://www.sciencephoto.com/media/295378/view, https://www.sciencephoto.com/media/848836/view At a glance: contraceptive diaphragm or cap

No. Because Caya is hormone free, it will not affect how you feel about having sex. The moment of intimacy shouldn’t be interrupted by use either, as insertion can be done up to two hours ahead of sex, and Caya needs to be left in for 6 hours after sex. Can I have sex more than once after inserting Caya? Neither you nor your partner are likely to feel it inside, covering your cervix. However, you should be able to feel it with your finger to ensure it’s in the right place, covering your cervix. If you’re concerned with the fit, you can take it into your healthcare provider to ensure the fit. Can Caya break or tear? Before inserting the diaphragm or cervical cap into your vaginal canal, squeeze about 3ml of ContraGel into the dome of the diaphragm or the dome and brim of the cervical cap.Benzalkonium chloride (also known as alkyldimethylbenzylammonium chloride and ADBAC) is a mixture of alkylbenzyldimethylammonium chlorides of various even-numbered (alkyl) chain lengths. This product is a nitrogenous cationic surface-acting agent similar to Nonoxynol 9 and Octoxynol-9. ADBAC is most commonly found in vaginal suppositories, vaginal creams and vaginal tablets manufactured in France by Pharmatex. ADBAC is also the active ingredient in Lanzas Contraceptive Cream which is distributed in Spain by Faes Farm S.A. Lactic acid based "natural alternatives" to spermicide The Caya® is inserted into the vagina before sexual intercourse. It covers the cervix completely and is located between the posterior vaginal vault and the niche on the pubic bone. During and after sexual intercourse, the Caya® prevents sperm from entering the uterus. After intercourse, the Caya® diaphragm must remain in the vagina for at least 6 hours.

Caya Gel is free from nasty nonoxynol-9, a chemical regularly used in spermicides which has been known to seriously aggravate the skin and in some cases make you more vulnerable to sexually transmitted diseases. Caya Gel uses 100% natural ingredients which are really kind to your body and won’t cause any soreness or discomfort. About 80% of women fit into the range of sizes that are compatible with Caya. Women who do not fit in this range must use either a traditional diaphragm or a cervical cap.You can leave them in for longer than this, but do not leave them in for longer than the recommended time. This is 30 hours for diaphragms and 48 hours for caps (including the minimum of 6 hours). Looking after your diaphragm or cap It is free from nasty nonoxynol-9, a chemical regularly used in spermicides which has been known to seriously aggravate the skin and in some cases make you more vulnerable to sexually transmitted diseases. Caya Gel uses 100% natural ingredients which are really kind to your body and won’t cause any soreness or discomfort. Caya is most effective at preventing pregnancy when you add a spermicide to the diaphragm before you insert it, which also provides lubrication for ease of insertion and comfort.