nonoxynol-9

Related to nonoxynol-9: spermicide

nonoxynol-9

(nŏn-ŏk′sə-nôl′nīn′, -nŏl′-, -nōl′-)

A spermicide widely used in contraceptive creams, foams, and lubricants.

nonoxynol-9

A SURFACTANT spermicidal drug intended for use in conjunction with barrier contraceptives. It is available as a foam, pessary, gel, or cream. Brand names are Delfen, Double Check, Ortho-Forms, Duragel, Gynol II and Ortho-Creme.

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Keywords: chlamydia, sexually transmitted, sexually transmitted disease, condom, condoms, latex condom, latex condoms, lesbian, risk for chlamydia, spermicide, nonoxynol-9

Chlamydia; Prevention

Nonoxynol-9 for preventing vaginal acquisition of HIV infection by women from men (Cochrane Review).

N-9 not for women at high risk of HIV infection

In 2000, results of a trial involving female sex workers in South Africa, Benin, Cote d'Ivoire and Thailand showed that nonoxynol-9 is ineffective for prevention of HIV transmission (source: Van Damme L et al.

Family planning providers' perspectives on dual protection

The poster reemphasized the risk for transmission of HIV associated with anal intercourse; encouraged the use of latex condoms and water-based lubricants, including those with nonoxynol-9 spermicide; and discouraged anal intercourse without condoms, rectal douching before and after anal intercourse, and the use of "natural membrane" condoms and petroleum-based lubricants.

Changes in sexual behavior and condom use associated with a risk-reduction program - Denver, 1988-1991

But some good news: At the recent ASM meeting came confirmation of last year's reports that nonoxynol-9, the active ingredient in most spermicides and in a commercially available contraceptive sponge, has an anti-chlamydial effect in mouse cells in vitro.

Chlamydia detection and (maybe) protection

Point out that recent studies have shown that microbicides such as nonoxynol-9 may increase HIV transmission since they often irritate the epithelium.

To-do list for gynecologic exams in HIV+ patients. (Cervical, Anal Pap Smears)

Initially, expectations for existing over-the-counter spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 were great.

Current contraceptive research. (Special Report)

Each Carter brand, Trojan, Mentor, Class Act and Naturalamb features at least one variety with Nonoxynol-9 spermicidal lubricant for extra protection against pregnancy.

Condom market sees signs of resurgence

Planned Parenthood's decision is a result of recent research from the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that showed that nonoxynol-9 offers no protection against sexually transmitted infections.

Nonoxynol-9 Nixed. (Policy & Practice)

Evidence is accumulating that nonoxynol-9 is ineffective as a vaginal microbicide.

Evidence is accumulating that nonoxynol-9 is ineffective as a vaginal microbicide