Type of Contraception

Effectiveness (when used correctly)

Does a doctor need to prescribe/ fit it?

Does it offer STI/STD protection?

Male Condom

98%

No

Yes

Female Condom

98%

No

Yes

Combined Pill

99-100%

Yes

No

POP/ Mini Pill

98%

Yes

No

The Implant

99-100%

Yes

No

IUD/ The Coil

98%

Yes

No

IUS

98-99%

Yes

No

The Injection

99%

Yes

No

The Patch

99%

Yes

No

Diaphragm

92-96%

Yes

Yes, for some

Cap

92-96%

Yes

Yes, for some