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Will spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 help prevent AIDS?

April 26, 2017AIDS containing help nonoxynol-9 spermicides

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Will spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 help prevent AIDS?

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Spermicides containing nonoxynol-9 were once thought to help prevent HIV infection, but newer studies show an increased risk because the chemical can irritate the vagina, facilitating infection. Consequently, spermicides are no longer being recommended for HIV prevention. Fewer condoms manufacturers are including spermicide, and those who do are using less.