The
spermicidal activity of hydrogen peroxide in vitro and in vivo.
Spermicidal activity of Indian seaweeds: an in vitro study.
Peroxidative breakdown of phospholipids in human spermatozoa,
spermicidal properties of fatty acid peroxides, and protective action of seminal plasma.
For two days before the test avoid intercourse, douching or using any vaginal medicines or
spermicidal foams, creams or jellies because these may wash away or obscure abnormal cells.
(23) A recently completed Phase 3 clinical trial involving over 3,300 women demonstrated that it is a safe and effective contraceptive, the six-month pregnancy rates for typical use being approximately 10%, as expected for a
spermicidal contraceptive (Personal communication, M Rosenberg, CEO, Health Decisions Inc, Raleigh-Durham, NC, USA, 1 May 2014).
However, blogger Dangerous Lilly says that's not a perfect solution: condoms that are too thin or breakable may allow phthalate exposure to happen anyway, and the
spermicidal lube used on some condoms may also facilitate phthalate leaching.
The long-term objective of the study was to understand the molecular mechanism(s) by which curcumin affects sperm motility and function and to develop a novel non-steroidal contraceptive with
spermicidal properties.
However, they also act as
spermicidal agents and CNS depressants [18].
Plant saponins reportedly have some important biological activities such as
spermicidal [36], molluscicidal [37], antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and cytotoxic activities [38, 39].
Antimicrobial and
spermicidal activities of Parthenium hysterophorus Linn.
-- Double barrier method: condom and occlusive cap (diaphragm or cervical/vault caps) with
spermicidal agent (foam/gel/film/cream/suppository); or
Pregnancy is prevented through a "foreign body" effect and the
spermicidal action of copper ions.