Dermatitis in response to the spermicidal agents used in contraceptive creams like
nonoxynol 9 and also to the rubber in condoms have also been reported.
FDA Mandates New Warning for
Nonoxynol 9 OTC Contraceptive Products.
Similar results were observed in the case of
nonoxynol 9 also.
Efficacy of
nonoxynol 9 contraceptive sponge use in preventing heterosexual acquisition of HIV in Nairobi prostitutes.
The Food and Drug Administration is requiring manufacturers to include a warning label on all over-the-counter, stand-alone vaginal contraceptive and spermicide products containing
nonoxynol 9, saying that the chemical does not protect against HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.
In vivo studies seem to indicate that Carrageenan personal lubricant can prevent genital transmission of HPV, even in the presence of
nonoxynol 9 spermicide, which recent studies have shown can increase the risk of virus transmission.
The "Call to Discontinue
Nonoxynol 9 for Rectal Use" campaign, launched by the Global Campaign for Microbicides, has been endorsed by many organisations and scientists.
Dow Jones Newswires, FDA proposes warning for contraceptives with
nonoxynol 9, Wall Street Journal Online, Jan.
Por muestra, un boton: no se suspendera la venta de condones con espermicida
nonoxynol 9 aunque propicien la transmision del VIH porque su retiro masivo provocaria perdidas por casi 4 mil millones de dolares (Siempre
Another study concluded that
nonoxynol 9, the active ingredient in most spermicides, provides no protection against HIV (142: 54).
Teens should learn about the benefits of
nonoxynol 9 and be encouraged to purchase products containing it.
Use a condom lubricated with a spermicide containing
nonoxynol 9 which may kill HIV;
