A new way to become “bulletproof”:

It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it?

For decades, men have only had vasectomy or condoms as contraceptive choices, and many are interested in updated options. 17-22% of men in Canada and the U.K. have undergone a vasectomy. However, many prefer innovative options besides vasectomy or condoms.

In one survey of 1,500 U.S. men aged 18 to 44, 70% said they are very or somewhat interested in new male contraception.

Most current efforts to develop new contraceptives for men impact sperm development, meaning that contraception requires months of continuous pretreatment.

But what if we told you there was a new method in town that could revolutionize how we think about birth control?

Meet the innovative new male contraception pill that could change the game: an on-off switch for sperm that blocks an enzyme needed for sperm motility and maturation. Full fertility returns the next day!

This method of birth control doesn’t contain hormones, like most contraception options for women do. It could be taken on demand, as needed shortly before sex, rather than daily.

1. It could give men more control over their reproductive health.

• While current birth control methods rely heavily on women, this new method could shift some of that shared responsibility to men.

2. It could also give couples more options when it comes to family planning,

• Men could “turn off” their sperm temporarily without the need for a permanent procedure like a vasectomy.

Of course, like any new medical innovation, some kinks still need to be worked out. The method is still in the early stages of development and hasn’t been tested extensively in humans.

Although we still await human trials, the results have been promising so far!

In comparison, for context, side effects of hormonal contraception for women include:

• Nausea

• breast tenderness

• cramping

• decreased libido

• weight gain

• irregular vaginal bleeding

• increased vaginal discharge

• fatigue

• headache

• dizziness

• breast tenderness and

• blood clots

If you’re experiencing any serious side effects below, speak to your primary care provider (NP or MD). These symptoms can be remembered by the acronym “ACHES.”

A — Abdominal pain

C — Chest pain

H — Headaches (severe)

E — Eye problems (blurred vision)

S — Swelling or aching legs

So, what does this news mean for the future of contraception?

Overall, the new male contraception is an exciting development that could greatly impact the world of reproductive health. It’s an option worth keeping an eye on as it develops and could change the way we think about birth control for men.

So, men, the ball is in your court (pun intended). Are you ready to embrace this innovation and take control of your reproductive health?