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Some patients need more from their contraception.
STI protection. A nonhormonal option. A latex-free option. An alternative to external condoms.
FC2 Female Condom® (Internal Condom) is indicated for preventing pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). FC2 is a single-use internal condom.
*Effectiveness data per CDC contraceptive guidelines. Typical use includes inconsistent or incorrect use.
†FC2 is tested annually for BPA and PFAS, with testing conducted against the EU-regulated list, a comprehensive regulatory standard. No BPA and none of the EU-regulated PFAS have been detected.
Consider FC2 when your patient has one or more of these needs.
By life stage
Need contraception during the postpartum interpregnancy interval before resuming their previous contraceptive method
FC2 is a nonhormonal contraceptive
Need contraception during lactation + consideration for vaginal dryness that may affect barrier-method choice
FC2 is nonhormonal and pre-lubricated on both the internal and external surface
Need ongoing pregnancy prevention + STI protection + consideration for vaginal dryness + nonhormonal contraception
FC2 provides nonhormonal pregnancy prevention + STI protection and is pre-lubricated on both the internal and external surface
Need STI prevention + consideration for vaginal dryness
FC2 provides STI protection and is pre-lubricated on both the internal and external surface
By clinical need
Need for backup contraception during initiation and dose escalation of certain GLP-1 medications2
FC2 provides nonhormonal backup contraception
Need for a latex-free barrier method
FC2 is made of hypoallergenic, latex-free nitrile
Need or prefer contraception without exogenous hormones
FC2 provides nonhormonal contraception + STI protection
Need a barrier method that doesn't require an erection or fit to wear
FC2 is worn internally
The average FC2 user is 41.7 years old, with use spanning from late teens through early 70s.‡3
‡n=3,834 FC2 users
"Not every patient's needs are met by the same contraceptive method. FC2 gives me another option for patients who need nonhormonal contraception, STI protection or an alternative to external condoms, with the added benefit that it may be covered by insurance."
— Andrea Henkel, MD, MS
Board-Certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Complex Family Planning
Clinical Associate Professor, Stanford Medicine
Internal condoms are a small category, so FC2 isn't stocked on retail shelves. It reaches patients through the public health sector or by prescription. The prescription is also what makes it $0 for most insured patients.
Under the Affordable Care Act, most health plans are required to cover FDA-approved contraceptive methods without patient cost sharing.4 This includes internal/female condoms when prescribed, though coverage may vary by plan.
When you identify the right patient, the next step is clear
Zeal Specialty Pharmacy is our recommended pharmacy partner. Many retail pharmacies do not consistently keep FC2 in stock.
Click to download the FC2 Referral Form (PDF)
Fax: 877-329-9325
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Once FC2 is on its way, what questions will your patient ask?
FC2 is a single-use internal condom worn inside the vagina that helps prevent pregnancy and protects against HIV and other STIs transmitted through bodily fluids.
Your patient inserts FC2 by squeezing the inner ring and guiding it into the vagina, then pushing it behind the pubic bone, similar to a vaginal ring or menstrual disc. The larger outer ring rests against the vulva. Encourage your patient to practice insertion before first use.5 Counsel patients to guide the penis into the sheath so it does not enter between the sheath and the vaginal wall.
FC2 is worn internally, so it does not require an erection to wear. Its soft, flexible sheath loosely lines the vagina and warms to body temperature for a natural feel. Some users report FC2 shifts friction from the receiving partner to the penetrating partner, making sex more comfortable. Your patient wears and controls the barrier method, and can insert FC2 hours before intercourse.
Your patient first confirms the condom is not expired, then rubs the outside of the wrapper from top to bottom to spread the lubrication inside the pouch.
Your patient opens the wrapper at the tear notch and removes the condom, taking care not to tear the condom with fingernails or other sharp objects.
Your patient holds the condom by the top inner ring, letting the larger ring and opening hang down. Once the condom is fully extended, they squeeze (not twist) the inner ring to create a long, narrow shape for insertion.
In a comfortable position (standing with a foot up on a chair, sitting with knees apart, lying down or squatting), your patient guides the squeezed inner ring into the vagina, then pushes it back and up with a finger until it sits behind the pubic bone. The condom should not be twisted. The outer ring remains outside the vagina, covering the labia.
Until your patient is comfortable with FC2, they can hold the outer ring while guiding the penis into the vagina with the other hand. Confirm that the penis enters inside FC2 and not between FC2 and the vaginal wall. If there is discomfort, they should stop and adjust the inner ring with the condom still in place. Holding the outer ring throughout intercourse is not necessary.
Your patient twists the outer ring and gently pulls the condom out, discarding it in the trash. FC2 should not be flushed or reused. FC2 is for single use only.
Patients should read product labeling prior to use.
FC2 is used by 500,000+ women worldwide
"It's an empowering feeling to be proactive about your own sexual health and protect yourself. When I inserted it, it became like a second skin for me. It felt great for both of us."6
Individual patient experience. Individual experiences vary.
Breastfeeding and experiencing vaginal dryness
Recently divorced, dating again and wants dual-protection she controls
Married, on the pill and starting a GLP-1 medication
Opens the Zeal Specialty Pharmacy FC2 Referral Form (PDF)
Indication: FC2 Female Condom® is indicated for preventing pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Use FC2 correctly every time you have sex. Incorrect use may result in the FC2 not providing protection. Please read the instructions carefully prior to use. Research has shown that the following events are rare but can occur when using FC2:
Contraindications: do not use FC2 if: You or your partner have a known allergy to nitrile or synthetic rubber; the package is damaged or past expiration; you intend to use a male condom simultaneously.
Warnings: FC2 is for single use only. Do not reuse. Do not use FC2 and a male condom together. FC2 does not provide 100% protection against pregnancy or STIs. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare provider if irritation occurs.
Effectiveness: 95% effective with perfect use; 79% effective with typical use. Effectiveness depends on consistent and correct use with every act of intercourse.
By clicking below, you are agreeing to leave fc2condoms.com. You will be redirected to our telehealth partner, Beluga Health, for a quick prescription questionnaire. You got this!