It’s about time that men should also share responsibility with women in terms of being educated about effective contraceptive methods. Researchers and scientists around the world are now working on male contraceptive products that are potentially safer, more effective, and more convenient than the current contraceptives out in the market. Men should have access to reliable and reversible contraceptive options beyond condoms and vasectomies. Currently underway are several other male contraceptives given as injections, implants or patches based mostly on hormones which trick the brain into switching off hormone production.
Over a decade ago, the drug treatments for schizophrenia and high blood pressure were found to have the effect of stopping men from ejaculating. These drugs also had other side effects such as dizziness and drowsiness, which later led to the conclusion that they could not be used as contraceptives. Tests on human tissue have revealed that some chemicals can have the same effect and help stop men from ejaculating. Researchers from King’s College in London have also determined that these chemicals prevent the longitudinal muscle in the...