Types of contraceptionEffectiveness as commonly used (%)
Permanent sterilization (male and female)> 99
Intrauterine device (copper and levonorgestrel)> 99
Hormonal implants> 99
Progestin-only injectables97
Combined oral contraceptives92
Patch91
Intravaginal ring91
Progestin-only pills90 to 97
Diaphragm88
Male condoms85
Female condoms79
Sponge76 to 88
Fertility awareness–based methods76
Withdrawal method73
Spermicides72
No method15
Emergency contraception
Copper intrauterine device> 99
Ulipristal (Ella)> 85
Combined (Yuzpe method)56 to 86
Levonorgestrel52 to 85