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* For a comprehensive list of contraceptive options in Sweden, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE here]. | * For a comprehensive list of contraceptive options in Sweden, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE here]. | ||
* If you want '''condoms''', a local says: "You can find them everywhere - supermarket, pharmacy, 7eleven etc. You can also get free condoms and | * If you want '''condoms''', a local says: "You can find them everywhere - supermarket, pharmacy, 7eleven etc. You can also get free condoms and prescription for birth control, std/pregnancy tests and abortion services at ungdomsmottagningen, (youth sexual center), if you're under 25 years old" | ||
* If you want '''birth control pills''', you can find over 20 brands registered in Sweden. Many forms of pills, including combined pills, progestin-only and phasic pills, are available, and they're primarily produced companies | * If you want '''birth control pills''', you'll need a prescription. You can find over 20 brands registered in Sweden. Many forms of pills, including combined pills, progestin-only and phasic pills, are available, and they're primarily produced by companies from the Netherlands, Germany UK and USA. Some pill brands you can expect to see are Cerazette, Cilest, Diane, Mercilon, Trinordiol, Yasmin and Yaz. For a complete list of available pills, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE here]. | ||
* The '''contraceptive/vaginal ring''' (Nuvaring) is available in Sweden.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE IPPF Sweden]</ref> | * The '''contraceptive/vaginal ring''' (Nuvaring) is available in Sweden.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE IPPF Sweden]</ref> | ||
* If you want an '''IUD''', you can find Mirena or Levonava in Sweden.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE IPPF Sweden]</ref> You can get the procedure done at Mamma. Mia It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | * If you want an '''IUD''', you can find Mirena or Levonava in Sweden.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=SE IPPF Sweden]</ref> You can get the procedure done at Mamma. Mia It's free if you're a Swedish citizen or have a valid EU card. Otherwise, you'll need to pay 400kr for the appointment. | ||