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Pharmatex (not available in Canada\) is a contraceptive and is used to prevent pregnancy.

Do not take Pharmatex (not available in Canada\) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Pharmatex (not available in Canada\) or to similar medications.

Before using Pharmatex (not available in Canada\), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions.

During use of Pharmatex (not available in Canada\), either partner may feel burning, stinging, warmth, itching, or other irritation of the skin, sex organs, anus, or rectum. Using a weaker strength of vaginal spermicide or one with different ingredients may be necessary. It may help to wet them before they are inserted into the vagina. If any of these effects continue after you have changed products, you may have an allergy to these products or an infection, and should contact a doctor as soon as possible.

Other: (Signs of toxic shock syndrome) Chills; confusion; dizziness; fever; lightheadedness; muscle aches; sunburn-like skin rash that is followed by peeling of the skin; unusual redness of the inside of the nose, mouth, throat, vagina, or insides of the eyelids

Make sure you carefully read and follow the directions that come with Pharmatex (not available in Canada\). Follow directions carefully to make sure the spermicide is properly placed in the vagina. The spermicide should be inserted deep into the vagina, directly on the cervix (opening to the uterus). Use the correct amount, according to the product directions. Use another dose for each act of intercourse. After you have applied or inserted the spermicide, wait the correct amount of time before having intercourse so that the spermicide can begin to work. If you do not have intercourse within half an hour, read the product directions to see if you need to apply more spermicide. Vaginal douching is not needed or advised after using these medicines . When using a spermicide, douching within 6 to 8 hours after the last sexual intercourse (even with just water) may stop the spermicide from working properly. Also, washing or rinsing the vaginal or rectal area may wash the spermicide away before it has had time to work properly. Cervical caps and diaphragms are not recommended for use during your menstrual period because of an increased chance of developing toxic shock syndrome. Your doctor may advise you to use condoms with a spermicide instead during your menstrual periods when protection is needed.

Store Pharmatex (not available in Canada\) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.