Nonoxynol-9

Categories: Health | Sexuality | Mens Health
    • Route: Topical
    • Main use: Spermicide
    • Alternate use: Cosmetics and cleaning products
  • Nonoxynol-9 is the active ingredient in spermicide, which is a type of birth control that kills sperm.

    Nonoxynol-9 is not limited to spermicide, for it is also an ingredient used in various cosmetic and cleaning products.

    Nonoxynol-9 does not protect against human immunodeficiency virus and sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Failure Rates

    1. Proper use: 18%
    2. Typical use: 29%
  • Disclaimer

    The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before using a spermicide containing Nonoxynol-9.

About this page

  • Page Views
    0
What is this?
No one is currently managing this page.

If you would like to apply
to be the manager of this page, please request below.

What is this?
This page currently has no vertical manager.