Published on: 8/19/2025
Are there other types of male contraception besides pills in development?
Yes, there are several types of male contraception besides pills in development, including injections, gels, and other innovative methods.
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There are various male contraception methods being developed beyond pills. Researchers are exploring injections, gels, and even innovative strategies like a 'cocktail-inspired' approach.
- Injections: These are being studied as a way to temporarily stop sperm production.
- Gels: Applied to the skin, these contain hormones that reduce sperm production.
- Other Methods: Innovative strategies, such as a 'cocktail-inspired' approach, are also being explored. This involves combining different methods to effectively prevent pregnancy.
These developments aim to provide more options for men to help in family planning. Each method is designed to be reversible, allowing men to regain fertility after stopping use. These options are still in research stages, but they show promise for future use.
(References)
- Bao W, Xie L, Zeng X, Kang H, Wen S, Cui B, et al. (2019). A Cocktail-Inspired Male Birth Control Strategy with .... ACS nano, 30698012.
- Blithe DL. (2016). Pipeline for contraceptive development. Fertility and sterility, 27523300.
- Abbe CR, Page ST, & Thirumalai A. (2020). Male Contraception. The Yale journal of biology and medicine, 33005125.
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