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PVP-I is approved for treatment of bacterial vaginosis as a vaginal gel. [18] [19] [20] Brand names include Astodrimer Sodium or Astrodimer 1% Vaginal Gel, Betadine BV, Betafem BV, Viraleze, and VivaGel, among others. [18] [19] [20] Vaginal suppositories are also available and used. [21]
A men's birth control gel has returned promising results in phase 2 trials, but a lack of funding for further testing is a major hurdle.
Results released in February 2009 from a clinical trial of PRO 2000 (Indevus Pharmaceuticals), a vaginal-microbicide gel (0.5%), sparked hope that it might provide modest protection against HIV. [22] The results of a larger trial released in December 2009 showed that PRO 2000 was safe as administered, but was ineffective in reducing the risk of ...
NES/T (Nesterone/Testosterone gel) is a transdermal gel that users apply to the upper arms and shoulders once daily. [ 77 ] [ 78 ] Developed as a collaboration between the NICHD and Population Council , NES/T is in a phase II clinical trial, [ 79 ] where it is being evaluated for safety and efficacy, with healthy couples relying on it as their ...
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Family planning is among the most cost-effective of all health interventions. [21] Costs of contraceptives include method costs (including supplies, office visits, training), cost of method failure (ectopic pregnancy, spontaneous abortion, induced abortion, birth, child care expenses) and cost of side effects. [22]
Starbucks Iced Coffee (2-Count) Price: $11.59 On its own, a 48-fluid ounce bottle of Starbucks iced coffee in the medium roast blend can cost as much $7 or more at the typical supermarket ...
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%.