Spermicide (Vaginal Route)

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Precautions

Do not use this medicine if you or your sex partner have HIV or AIDS. This medicine can irritate the vagina and rectum, which may increase the risk of getting HIV or AIDS. Discuss this with your doctor if you have any questions.

This medicine will not protect you from getting HIV or AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). If this is a concern for you, discuss this with your doctor.

If you have a rash or burning, itching, or other irritation of the genitals, discontinue use of the spermicide and contact your doctor. .

Side Effects Proper Use
DR602375 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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