nonoxynol-9


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nonoxynol-9

(nŏn-ŏk′sə-nôl′nīn′, -nŏl′-, -nōl′-)
n.
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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To evaluate the method's sensitivity to vaginal irritants, nonoxynol-9 (N-9) was used in concentrations ranging from 0.001 to 100% (v/v) (aqueous solutions, when applicable).
Testing Vaginal Irritation with the Hen's Egg Test-Chorioallantoic Membrane Assay
Fruhstorfer, "The efficacy of nonoxynol-9 from an in vitro point of view," AIDS, vol.
Silencing sexually transmitted infections: topical siRNA-based interventions for the prevention of HIV and HSV
A similar effect was seen in Nonoxynol-9 treated Sertoli cells which served as the positive controls.
Long-term administration of artesunate induces reproductive toxicity in male rats
Hence the objective of this study was to isolate the protein from these extracts and to study its effects on sperm in vitro in comparison with nonoxynol-9, a known spermicide.
Spermicidal action of a protein isolated from ethanolic root extracts of Achyranthes aspera: an in vitro study
Effect of nonoxynol-9 gel on urogenital gonorrhea and chlamydial infection: a randomized controlled trial.
Microbicides & their implications in HIV prevention
The surfactants, such as nonoxynol-9 (1) and SAVVY, (2,3) are membrane surface-active agents.
Reason for hope in microbicide research? An interview with Zeda F. Rosenberg, ScD
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Too girly to be girls? Once averse to the boob tube, author T COOPER is now in love with TV--specifically with the hair-extended, acrylic-nailed sort, a la Rock of Love
She was referring to a study of a nonoxynol-9 gel (N-9) called the COL-1492 trial.
In defence of rational aids activism: how the irrationality of Act Up-Paris and others is risking the health of people with HIV or at risk of HIV infection
In December 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a rule requiring over-the-counter vaginal contraceptives (gels, foams, creams) that contain nonoxynol-9 (N-9) to carry warning labels alerting the consumer that N-9 does not reduce the risk of HIV infection and could increase a woman's risk of becoming infected.
In December 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a rule requiring over-the-counter vaginal contraceptives (gels, foams, creams) that contain nonoxynol-9 (N-9) to carry warning labels alerting the consumer that N-9 does not reduce the risk of HIV infection and could increase a woman's risk of becoming infected
For example, three programs promoted the use of the spermicide nonoxynol-9, but the report states that recent research has shown that nonoxynol-9 is ineffective against STDs and has the potential to increase the risk of transmission.
Abstinence-only education doesn't curb sexual activity
For example, three programs promoted use of the spermicide nonoxynol-9, but the report states that recent research has shown that the spermicide is ineffective against sexually transmitted diseases and could increase the risk of transmission.
Formal programs don't change abstinence rates
Nonoxynol-9, the most widely used spermicide, has come under scrutiny because its strong detergent properties--which make it lethal to sperm--irritate the lining of the genital tract of some women.
Spermicide flip side: compound may promote papillomavirus infection

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