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- noun organic chemistry Any of a range of
polymeric ,nonionic surfactants (nonylphenol ethoxylates)
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Examples
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In all of AIDS '23-year history, only one microbicide, a detergent molecule called nonoxynol-9, has been tested, and it proved to be a disaster.
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In AIDS '23-year history, only one microbicide, a detergent molecule called nonoxynol-9, has been fully tested, and it proved to be a disaster.
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Many condoms come pre-lubricated, but consumers must be wary of a spermicide ingredient called nonoxynol-9 (N9).
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A Canadian researcher will report on adverse effects of nonoxynol 9 -- a contraceptive jelly once believed to afford protection against HIV infection.
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The much-touted microbicide known as 'nonoxynol 9' actually increased the chances of women contracting HIV.
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If so, try a different brand; however, if the irritation persists, it may be in reaction to the spermicide nonoxynol 9.
OUR BODIES, OURSELVES The Boston Women’s Health Book Collective 2005
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Contraceptive foams, gels and other over-the-counter contraceptives containing a common spermicide will carry new warnings on their packaging to make it clear that the chemical nonoxynol 9 (N9) does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases.
unknown title 2009
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And I went for the full-spermicidal, lubricated nonoxynol-nines!”
Gillian Hearst-Shaw Overcame Her Fear of Condoms; Hopes You Will, Too 2007
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The conclusions of a 1992 N-9 study were published in the journal JAMA 1992 July 22-29; 268 (4): 477-82 and stated that: "Genital ulcers and vulvitis occurred with increased frequency in nonoxynol 9 sponge users.
ANC Today 2001
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We (who conducted the trial) were unable to demonstrate that nonoxynol 9 sponge use was effective in reducing the risk of HIV infection among highly exposed women. "
ANC Today 2001
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