FDA Label for Vcf Contraceptive

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Vcf Contraceptive Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Apothecus Pharmaceutical Corp. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

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Drug Facts

Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate container. Do not store above 120° F.

Distributed By:
Apothecus
Pharmaceutical Corp.
Oyster Bay, NY
11771


Active Ingredient



Nonoxynol-9, 12.5%


Purpose



Vaginal contraceptive


Use



for the prevention of pregnancy


Warnings



  • For Vaginal Use Only
  • Not for rectal (anal) use

Sexually Transmitted Disease (Stds) Alert



This product does not protect against HIV/AIDS or other STDs and may increase the risk of getting HIV from an infected partner.


Otc - Do Not Use



Do not use if you or your sex partner has HIV/AIDS. If you do not know if you or your sex partner is infected, choose another form of birth control


When Using This Product



  • you may get vaginal irritation (burning, itching or a rash)

Otc - Stop Use



Stop use and ask a Doctor if you or your partner get burning, itching, a rash, or other irritation of the vagina or penis


Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



  • before using this product, read the enclosed package insert for complete directions and information
  • insert one applicator full of foam in the vagina no more than one hour before each act of intercourse
  • if this product is used together with another contraceptive method, there will probably be better protection against pregnancy
  • if douching is desired, always wait at least 6 hours after intercourse before douching
  • see enclosed instructions for cleaning the applicator after each use

Other Information



  • When used correctly every time you have sex, latex condoms greatly reduce, but do not eliminate, the risk of catching or spreading HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
  • Use a latex condom without nonoxynol-9 if you or your sex partner has HIV/AIDS, multiple sex partners, or other HIV risk factors.

Inactive Ingredients



benzoic acid, cellulose gum, cetyl alcohol, fragrance, glacial acetic acid, methylparaben, phosphoric acid, polyvinyl alcohol, propellant A-31, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbic acid, stearamidoethyl diethylamine, stearic acid.


Questions?



1-800-879-2393 (9-5 E.S.T.)


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New
Applicator!

Easy To Use

VCF®

Vaginal
Contraceptive
Foam

FOR PREVENTION OF PREGNANCY

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