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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In Lebanon, you can purchase hormonal birth control without a prescription. In 2007, it was estimated that 58% of Lebanese women use some form of contraception. In Beirut, it was estimated that 26% of women use oral contraceptives, 20% use IUDs, 24% use natural family planning (also known as the "fertility awareness method"), 16% use the withdrawal method and 15% use other methods.<ref>[http://www.lsfm.net/6th%20Annual%20Conference/Sunday/contraception.pdf Contraception: Lebanese Lebanese Society of Family Medicine Lebanese Society Society of Family Me]</ref> | In Lebanon, you can purchase hormonal birth control without a prescription at pharmacies. There are plenty of pharmacies in Beirut, and while attitudes may vary by neighborhood and individuals, there is a generally open and liberal attitude toward contraceptives. In 2007, it was estimated that 58% of Lebanese women use some form of contraception. In Beirut, it was estimated that 26% of women use oral contraceptives, 20% use IUDs, 24% use natural family planning (also known as the "fertility awareness method"), 16% use the withdrawal method and 15% use other methods.<ref>[http://www.lsfm.net/6th%20Annual%20Conference/Sunday/contraception.pdf Contraception: Lebanese Lebanese Society of Family Medicine Lebanese Society Society of Family Me]</ref> | ||
While Lebanon is liberal compared to many of its neighbors, sex education and premarital sex still remain taboo. In schools, sex education is often limited to basic biological information. Furthermore, there are reports of widespread misinformation surrounding contraception, including the false belief that birth control pills cause infertility. Many women shy away from sex education and family planning guidance, as they may be having premarital sex and feel embarrassed or ashamed.<ref>[http://www.dw.com/en/bound-by-taboos-lebanese-women-seek-abortions/a-17396085 Bound by taboos, Lebanese women seek abortions]</ref> | While Lebanon is liberal compared to many of its neighbors, sex education and premarital sex still remain taboo. In schools, sex education is often limited to basic biological information. Furthermore, there are reports of widespread misinformation surrounding contraception, including the false belief that birth control pills cause infertility. Many women shy away from sex education and family planning guidance, as they may be having premarital sex and feel embarrassed or ashamed.<ref>[http://www.dw.com/en/bound-by-taboos-lebanese-women-seek-abortions/a-17396085 Bound by taboos, Lebanese women seek abortions]</ref> | ||
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* For a list of contraceptive options available in Lebanon, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=LB here]. | * For a list of contraceptive options available in Lebanon, click [http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=LB here]. | ||
* If you're interested in hormonal birth control, you can purchase '''birth control pills''' at pharmacies. Some brands you can expect to find are Belara, Diane-35, Femoven, Gracial, Lo-Femenal, Marvelon, Microgynon, Microval, Neogynon, Nordiol, Ovral, Microgynon-30, Nordette, Yasmin and Yaz.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=LB IPFF - Lebanon].</ref> | * If you're interested in hormonal birth control, you can purchase '''birth control pills''' at pharmacies. Some brands you can expect to find are Belara, Diane-35, Femoven, Gracial, Lo-Femenal, Marvelon, Microgynon, Microval, Neogynon, Nordiol, Ovral, Microgynon-30, Nordette, Yasmin and Yaz.<ref>[http://contraceptive.ippf.org/search?search.searchtext=&search.component=&search.countrycode=LB IPFF - Lebanon].</ref> | ||
* You can find the '''contraceptive ring (Nuvaring)''' in Beirut pharmacies. They generally cost between 18,000 to 20,000 Lebanese Pounds per box (as of July 2017). | |||
* You can also buy '''condoms''' in stores and online. There's a Lebanese company, called [http://yallacondoms.com/ Yalla Condoms], which lets you buy condoms online, if you don't want to go the store or don't feel comfortable. On their website, Yalla says: "We deliver your ordered condoms and complementary products to all Lebanon. Delivery fee is $5.00 for all orders below $30.00 and free above this amount... Our orders are usually delivered within 48 hours (2 working days). You will receive a confirmation email 24 hours following your order with details of the dispatch... Our Products Protect You, We Protect Your Privacy. We will never sell your email, phone number, or any of your other personal information to any individual or entity outside of our company. Orders are Shipped and Packaged Discreetly." | * You can also buy '''condoms''' in stores and online. There's a Lebanese company, called [http://yallacondoms.com/ Yalla Condoms], which lets you buy condoms online, if you don't want to go the store or don't feel comfortable. On their website, Yalla says: "We deliver your ordered condoms and complementary products to all Lebanon. Delivery fee is $5.00 for all orders below $30.00 and free above this amount... Our orders are usually delivered within 48 hours (2 working days). You will receive a confirmation email 24 hours following your order with details of the dispatch... Our Products Protect You, We Protect Your Privacy. We will never sell your email, phone number, or any of your other personal information to any individual or entity outside of our company. Orders are Shipped and Packaged Discreetly." | ||
* If you want an '''IUD''', they are used by 20% of Beirut women, so you should be able to find IUD services at women's clinics or hospitals. See our "Gynecological Exams" section for a list of recommended gynecologists in Beirut. One of the main IUD brands available is Mirena. | * If you want an '''IUD''', they are used by 20% of Beirut women, so you should be able to find IUD services at women's clinics or hospitals. See our "Gynecological Exams" section for a list of recommended gynecologists in Beirut. One of the main IUD brands available is Mirena. | ||
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===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* If you're looking for a pharmacy in Beirut, you can usually spot one due to the green cross sign. They often say "pharmacy" in English as well. | |||
* If you have a yeast infection, you can ask for a generic version of Fluconazole at the pharmacy. | * If you have a yeast infection, you can ask for a generic version of Fluconazole at the pharmacy. | ||
* If you have a UTI, locals say that you can go the pharmacy and get medication without a prescription. You just explain what you think you have or your symptoms and the pharmacist will help you. Ideally, you should still visit a health care professional before self-diagnosing yourself with a UTI since antibiotics are required. | * If you have a UTI, locals say that you can go the pharmacy and get medication without a prescription. You just explain what you think you have or your symptoms and the pharmacist will help you. Ideally, you should still visit a health care professional before self-diagnosing yourself with a UTI since antibiotics are required. | ||