Monograph Details
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Ob/Gyn
> Contraception
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GYNOL II EXTRA STRENGTH |
| Manufacturer |
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Personal Products Co. |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Spermicide. |
| Generic Name |
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Nonoxynol-9 3% (150mg/applicatorful); contraceptive jelly; contains parabens. |
| Also |
• GYNOL II
• ORTHO-GYNOL
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| Indications |
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Contraception. |
| Children |
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Not applicable. |
| Adults |
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1 teaspoonful spread over the surface and rim of diaphragm prior to intercourse provides 6 hrs protection. Reapply prior to each intercourse (if used with diaphragm do not remove diaphragm; use applicator). Do not remove before 6 hrs following intercourse. Extr Str may be used with condom or alone: 1 applicatorful into vagina up to 1 hr before intercourse and before each additional intercourse. For all: use with each intercourse regardless of day of menstrual cycle. |
| Precautions |
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Discontinue if irritation occurs. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local vaginal or penile irritation. |
| How Supplied |
Gynol—2.5oz, 3.8oz (w. applicator)
Gynol Ext Str—2.85g (w. applicator)
Ortho-Gynol—3.8oz (w. applicator) |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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