Condom and Spermicide - University of Maryland University Health Center University of Maryland, College Park Condom and Spermicide Latex condoms and spermicide are very effective against sexually transmitted disease transmission during vaginal or anal intercourse. Very effective method of birth control and disease prevention. Can be bought without a prescription.
Condoms are inexpensive.
They are free at the University Health Center and offered at a reduced rate in the UHC Pharmacy. May interfere with spontaneity and sensation, but not as much as is generally thought. To aid spontaneity, incorporate use as part of foreplay. The slight decrease in sensation may even be an advantage for men who tend to ejaculate prematurely. A skin reaction or allergy to Latex rubber.