FAQs

How does the Vaginal Ring work?

Answer

The Vaginal Ring is worn inside the vagina for three out of four weeks. Once inserted, the ring begins a slow, steady release of hormones. The walls of the vagina absorb the hormones into the bloodstream, preventing ovulation (the release of an egg from the ovary).

The Ring works in a similar way to the Pill - for three weeks a woman is getting hormones and for one week she is hormone-free. Women generally have a lighter, shorter bleed, as this is an artificial bleed due to stopping hormones for a week. After the ring-free week, a new ring needs to be inserted.

The ring is easy to insert. It sits high up against the back of the vaginal wall and there is no need for precise positioning.

Though it is not recommended, the ring can be taken out during sex if desired, but if it is removed, it should be reinserted within three hours to maintain its contraceptive effect.