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In contrast, application of separately packaged spermicide is believed to increase the contraceptive efficacy of condoms
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In May 2002, the CDC recommended that consumers no longer purchase condoms with N-9. In June 2002, the World Health Organization concurred, stating "There is no evidence that N-9 lubricated condoms provide any additional protection against pregnancy or STIs compared with condoms lubricated with other products. Since adverse effects due to the addition of N-9 to condoms cannot be excluded, such condoms should no longer be promoted." As a general rule Condomania suggests avoiding using condoms which come with a spermicidal lubricant.
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Will using condoms with spermicide that contains nonoxynol-9 lower my chances of HIV infection?
Originally, nonoxynol-9 was believed to aid in reducing the risk of HIV infection along with infection of other STDs. However, recent studies have shown this to not be true. In fact, nonoxynol-9 may actually increase a person risk of contracting HIV, especially if it is used frequently. This is because the chemical can irritate the vaginal and rectal lining, thereby make a person more susceptible to infection. For this reason, spermicides are no longer recommended as protection against HIV and STDs. Additionally, more condom manufacturers are no longer producing spermicidal condoms while those who still do are using less spermicide.
Originally, nonoxynol-9 was believed to aid in reducing the risk of HIV infection along with infection of other STDs. However, recent studies have shown this to not be true. In fact, nonoxynol-9 may actually increase a person risk of contracting HIV, especially if it is used frequently. This is because the chemical can irritate the vaginal and rectal lining, thereby make a person more susceptible to infection. For this reason, spermicides are no longer recommended as protection against HIV and STDs. Additionally, more condom manufacturers are no longer producing spermicidal condoms while those who still do are using less spermicide.
Back on subject, my stepson was the result of a broken condom. My husband said they didn't realize till after the fact (he was 17, being younger it's hard to be in tune with your body too). He said he just knew she was going to get pregnant, but there was no other BC. I will say he can't use spermicide he is allergic, ouch.
