Offline Database
Healthdata was also available as a disc based offline database, also in the viewdata format. It seems as if it was mostly a copy of the online content, so we present it here for your delight and access..
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Contraception Spermicide
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Spermicide alone Not very effective
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Spermicide is available as a cream,
gel, foam and pessaries. It must be
used with a barrier method and is not
very effective used alone.
Advantages
Available without a prescription.
May give some protection from infection
including HIV. Spermicides can also be
useful as a lubricant in lovemaking.
Disadvantages
Not very effective alone. Some may
be sensitive to the chemicals in the
spermicide. May interrupt lovemaking.
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