ORTHO-GYNOL

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Generic Name for ORTHO-GYNOL

Octoxynol-9 1% (50mg/applicatorful); contraceptive jelly; contains parabens.

Legal Classification:

OTC

Pharmacological Class for ORTHO-GYNOL

Spermicide.

Manufacturer of ORTHO-GYNOL

Personal Products Co.

Indications for ORTHO-GYNOL

Contraception.

Adult dose for ORTHO-GYNOL

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.

Children's dosing for ORTHO-GYNOL

Not applicable.

Also:

Precautions for ORTHO-GYNOL

Discontinue if irritation occurs.

Adverse Reactions for ORTHO-GYNOL

Local vaginal or penile irritation.

How is ORTHO-GYNOL supplied?

Gynol—2.5oz, 3.8oz (w. applicator)
Gynol Ext Str—2.85g (w. applicator)
Ortho-Gynol—3.8oz (w. applicator)

Related Disease:

Contraception

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