Table 2.
Biomaterials utilized in recent contraceptive devices (* Indicates an elastomeric material)
| Contraceptive Device | Biomaterial(s) |
|---|---|
| Barrier | |
| Male Condom | Rubber latex*, Polyurethane* |
| Female Condom | Nitrile* |
| Diaphragm | Silicone* |
| Cervical Cap | Silicone* |
| Spermicidal | |
| Sponge | Polyurethane* |
| Gel | PVP |
| Film | PVA*, PEG* |
| Suppository | PEG* |
| Inert IUD | Polyethylene (Frame) |
| Hormonal | |
| Patch | Polyisobutene |
| Implant | PEVA* |
| IVR | PEVA* |
| Hormonal IUD | Silicone*, Polyethylene (Frame) |
| Sterilization | |
| Filshie Clip | Titanium |
| Falope Ring | Silicone* |
| Essure | PET |