Abstract: A contraceptive containing device including a contraceptive gel having a pH of less than 3.0; an elongated casing containing the gel and having an insertion end extending beyond the gel; and a hygenically sealed pouch enclosing the casing. The seal at one end of the pouch overlaps the insertion end of the casing to secure the casing to the pouch and close the insertion end of the casing. The casing is weakened in a region near where it is secured to the pouch for tearing when the pouch is opened to expose the casing and the casing is pulled with respect to the overlapping end of the pouch so as to provide a shearing stress in the casing near the insertion end, for thereby separating the casing from the pouch.

Abstract: A contraceptive device containing a contraceptive gel for insertion into the vagina. The gel is made of natural ingredients and has a pH of approximately 2. The gel includes citric acid for providing the low pH; glycerine which acts as an emollient lubricant, and an emulsifier; aromatic malic acid, which acts as a stabilizer and an aromatic deodorant; kelco and/or wood celulose, which keeps the gel from liquifying at high temperatures; and distilled water.