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It has been suggested however, that the amount of Nonoxynol-9 used on Condom s is not enough to significantly increase their effectiveness as contraception. {Link without Title} The most common active ingredient of spermicides is Nonoxynol-9 , to which some people are allergic. Previously, it was believed that Nonoxynol-9 reduced the risk of HIV infection as it was thought to kill the virus. However, Nonoxynol-9 has been shown to ''increase'' the risk of contracting HIV because it creates tiny abrasions in the vaginal and rectal walls that make transmission of HIV and other STD s more likely. {Link without Title} Other spermicides include Octoxynol-8 , Benzalkonium Chloride , and Sodium Cholate . A common Urban Legend suggests that Coca-Cola serves as an effective spermicide. This is false, as proven by the MythBusters in one episode. Other soft-drinks, such as Mountain Dew and Bitter Lemon , have also been suggested as being spermicides. EXTERNAL LINKS |
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