The Male Birth Control Revolution
Groundbreaking science is poised to change male birth control, but the question remains: are men actually ready to take the leap?
Professor Robert McLachlan, a physiologist, was fascinated by hormones and the concept of a hormonal male contraceptive, given that men produce a thousand sperm per second.
Early studies in the 70s focused on testosterone shots, but the dose was too high, causing some men to lose libido. The addition of progesterone proved to be a winning combination, keeping men happy, healthy, and horny.
Professor McLachlan explored implants of testosterone and DMPA, a long-acting progesterone used in women, providing 12 weeks of protection against pregnancy.
It began with a love of hormones.
Author’s note: This story is part of a larger discussion on male birth control.
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