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Oral |
SPERMICIDAL CONTRACEPTION IN CONJUNCTION WITH BARRIER CONTRACEPTIVES |
Adult:
Spread cream over the diaphragm surface which will be in contact with the cervix and on the rim. Allow the diaphragm to remain in situ for at least 6-8 hr after coitus. Apply more cream or other spermicides prior to any subsequent coitus within this period, without removing the diaphragm. Use a vaginal applicator for inserting more cream. |
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Precautions |
Pregnancy and lactation. Nonoxinol 9 does not protect against HIV infection and other STDs. Use in conjuction with barrier methods of contraception. |
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Potentially Life-threatening
Adverse Drug Reactions |
Local irritation, increased susceptibility to E. coli bacteruria, increased risk of genital ulceration. |
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Adverse Drug Reactions |
Toxic shock syndrome. |
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