Table 3.
Contraceptive attributes and use
| Variables | Frequency | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Reason for Choice | ||
| Less Expensive | 101 | 35.94 |
| Effective | 177 | 62.99 |
| Less Side Effects | 176 | 62.63 |
| Reversible | 165 | 58.71 |
| Its Attractive | 8 | 2.85 |
| Received it for Free | 8 | 2.85 |
| Reason for not using a method | ||
| Inconvenience | 23 | 38.98 |
| Afraid of Side Effects | 46 | 77.97 |
| Spouse Opposition | 12 | 20.34 |
| Religious belief | 25 | 42.37 |
| Sexually Inactive | 20 | 33.90 |
| Others | 3 | 5.08 |
| Important attributes for using* | ||
| Price | 45 | 13.24 |
| Effectiveness | 266 | 78.24 |
| Reversibility | 194 | 57.06 |
| Side effects | 297 | 87.35 |
| Attractiveness | 8 | 2.35 |
*Others were personal dislike and not aware of the method.