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2. Nonoxynol-9 - Wikipedia

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   Nonoxynol-9 is a common ingredient of most vaginal and anal lubricants due to its spermicidal properties. A 2004 study found that over a six-month period, the typical-use failure rates for five nonoxynol-9 vaginal contraceptives (film, suppository, and gels at three different concentrations) ranged from 10% to 20%.

3. Contraceptive sponge - Wikipedia

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   People sensitive to Nonoxynol-9, an ingredient in the spermicide used in the sponge, may experience unpleasant irritation and may face increase risk of sexually transmitted infections. Sponge users may have a slightly higher risk of toxic shock syndrome .

4. Today sponge - Wikipedia

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   The Today sponge is a brand of plastic contraceptive sponge saturated with a spermicide nonoxynol-9 to prevent conception. [1] While initially popular in the 1980s in the United States, it is no longer commercially available as of 2019.

5. FDA approves first non-hormonal contraceptive gel — here's ...

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   Most spermicides, which come in films, foams and more, rely on a chemical, nonoxynol-9, which kills sperm by destroying their cellular membranes. Culwell expained that nonoxynol-9 can be dangerous ...

6. Nonoxynols - Wikipedia

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   The most commonly discussed compound nonoxynol-9 is a spermicide, formulated primarily as a component of vaginal foams and creams. Nonoxynol was found to metabolize into free nonylphenol when administered to lab animals. [1] Arkopal-N60, with on average 6 ethylene glycol units is a related used surfactant.

7. Planned Parenthood’s stomach-churning emails ‘negotiating ...

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   Stomach-churning emails show Planned Parenthood negotiating terms regarding the donation of aborted fetuses for medical research.. The emails discuss fetal tissue like any other commodity such as ...

8. Condom - Wikipedia

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   However, it recommends using a nonoxynol-9 lubricated condom over no condom at all. [96] As of 2005, nine condom manufacturers have stopped manufacturing condoms with nonoxynol-9 and Planned Parenthood has discontinued the distribution of condoms so lubricated. [97]

9. Diaphragm (birth control) - Wikipedia

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   The diaphragm is a barrier method of birth control. [3] It is moderately effective, with a one-year failure rate of around 12% with typical use. [4] It is placed over the cervix with spermicide before sex and left in place for at least six hours after sex.