| Subject: | FDA Issues Final Rule Regarding Nonoxynol 9 |
| Category: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
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| Published: | Thu, 20 Dec 2007 - 06:00 am |
| The FDA has issued a final rule, that requires that manufacturers of over-the-counter stand-alone vaginal contraceptive and spermicidal products containing the chemical ingredient nonoxynol 9 (N9), include a warning that the chemical N9 does not provide protection against infection from HIV (the virus that causes AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Stand-alone spermicides include gels, foams, films, or inserts containing N9 that are used by themselves for contraception.... The full article is available to StayAlert subscribers. Click here for a free trial subscription. |
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