Ortho-gynol Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Octoxynol-9 1% (50mg/applicatorful); contraceptive jelly; contains parabens.
Pharmacological Class
Spermicide.
See Also
How Supplied
Gynol—2.5oz, 3.8oz (w. applicator)
Gynol Ext Str—2.85g (w. applicator)
Ortho-Gynol—3.8oz (w. applicator)
Gynol Ext Str—2.85g (w. applicator)
Ortho-Gynol—3.8oz (w. applicator)
Manufacturer
Ortho-gynol Indications
Indications
Contraception.
Ortho-gynol Dosage and Administration
Adult
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
Not applicable.
Ortho-gynol Contraindications
Not Applicable
Ortho-gynol Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Ortho-gynol Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if irritation occurs.
Ortho-gynol Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Ortho-gynol Interactions
Not Applicable
Ortho-gynol Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local vaginal or penile irritation.
Ortho-gynol Clinical Trials
See Literature
Ortho-gynol Note
Not Applicable
Ortho-gynol Patient Counseling
See Literature