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Before inserting the FemCap |
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To avoid interruption of spontaneity
and to ensure correct placement, the FemCap MUST be inserted
at least 15 minutes before any sexual arousal.
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 You
must always check the position of your cervix before inserting
the FemCap. To find your cervix, squat and bear
down and insert your finger deep into your vagina. The cervix
feels like the tip of your nose, and its postition varies according
to the time of the month and your body position.
This
step is very important because the cervix is your target, and
you must know where and how deep you need to place the FemCap.
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| B.
FemCap Insertion |
| Apply
a very small amount of spermicide about 1/4 tsp in the rim of the
FemCap... |
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| ...and
spread it in thin layer over the outer brim, except for the spots
where your finger and thumb are holding the cap (to prevent the
cap from slipping out of your grasp.) |
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| Turn
the cap over and apply the bulk of spermicide about 1/2 tsp in the
groove between the brim and the dome that will face into your vagina. |
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| Insert
the squeezed, flattened cap into your vagina with the bowl facing
upward and the long brim entering first. |
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| Push
the FemCap down towards the rectum and... |
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...then
downward and back as far as you can.
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| Make
sure the FemCap is pushed all the way
in and covers the cervix completely. If FemCap
is correctly placed, a woman may rarely be aware of its presence
during her daily activities or during intercourse. Men may rarely
be aware of the FemCap and it should not interfere
with sexual pleasure. |
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| Press
upwards on the strap and the dome of the FemCap while
squatting down. Continue this pressure for at least ten seconds. |
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 If
the FemCap is not covering the cervix completely,
either push it onto your cervix, or remove it and reinsert it.
Check
to make sure that the FemCap is not
partway between the vaginal opening and the cervix.
(Incorrect position)
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Check the position of the FemCap
and insert additional spermicide without removing the cap prior
to each repeated intercourse within the next 48 hours.
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| C.
FemCap Removal |
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You
must wait at least six hours after your last act of intercourse
before removing the cap.
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To
remove the cap, it is best to squat and bear down.
This will bring the cap closer to your finger.
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You
may rotate the FemCap in any direction that is comfortable
for you.
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| Push
the tip of your finger against the dome of The FemCap
to dimple it. This will break the suction and allow room for your
finger to fit between the dome and the removal strap... |
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| ...then
hook the removal strap with the tip of your finger and... |
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| ...slowly
and gently pull the Cap down and out of your vagina. |
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| Wash
the Cap thoroughly with antibacterial hand soap, then rinse it with
tap water. Allow the cap to air dry or gently pat it dry with a
clean, soft towel and store the FemCap
in the plastic storage container provided. |
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