Table 1 Failure rate of various forms of contraception (Contraception, 2015)
Birth control method | Failure rate |
|---|---|
Implant | 0.05 % |
Male sterilization (vasectomy) | 0.15 % |
Levonorgestrel IUD | 0.2 % |
Female sterilization (tubal ligation) | 0.5 % |
Copper Intrauterine Device (IUD) | 0.8 % |
Injection (“shot”) | 6 % |
Oral contraceptives (“the pill”) | 9 % |
Patch | 9 % |
Hormonal vaginal contraceptive ring | 9 % |
Diaphragm | 12 % |
Male condom | 18 % |
Female condom | 21 % |
Spermicides | 28 % |