Acceptability of a Bioadhesive Nonoxynol-9 Gel Delivered by an Applicator as a Rectal Microbicide

Article Abstract:

Nonoxynol-9 gel may not be acceptable to many gay men in its current form. This gel was developed to prevent HIV infection. It can be inserted into the vagina or rectum so it could be used by women and gay men. Researchers tested a nonoxynol-9 gel called Advantage 24 in 25 HIV-negative and 10 HIV-positive gay men and their partners. Only 58% of the men who wanted some type of HIV preventive method said they would use the gel. Many complained of side effects, discomfort from the applicator, and said the gel was too sticky.

Nonoxynol 9, Gels (Pharmacy)

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Intoxications, intentions, and disease preventions

Article Abstract:

People who exhibit a cycle of dysfunctional living, drug usage, and unsafe sex habits may be the appropriate targets for comprehensive HIV prevention campaigns that include safe sex and substance abuse prevention components. Contrary to popular belief, recreational drug users typically find a way to balance their drug use with safe sex habits. Recent research has shown that drug use among teenage women does not seem to affect condom use patterns, particularly among those who already routinely use condoms.

Editorial, Services, Study and teaching, Drug addicts, Drug abusers, Safe sex

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Acceptability of Formulations and Application Methods for Vaginal Microbicides Among Drug-Involved Women

Article Abstract:

Different women may prefer different female-controlled methods of HIV prevention. These methods include medicated gels that are inserted in the vagina and the female condom. Eighty-four female drug users were asked to try three different products for three weeks. Most of the women liked the products and said they would use them if the product was effective against HIV. Race, cultural background, age, and the male partner can influence women's use of these methods.

Women, HIV infection in women, Vagina, Medication by, Vaginal medication

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