Is Gynol Safe

This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If Options Gynol II Contraceptive (nonoxynol 9 gel) is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. If you are pregnant or you get pregnant while taking Options Gynol II Contraceptive (nonoxynol 9 gel), call your doctor right away.

How do you use Gynol?

Adults and teenagers: For use alone: One applicatorful of a 3.5, 4, or 5% gel inserted into the vagina before each time you have sexual intercourse. The 3.5% gel may be used up to twenty-four hours before each act of intercourse. The 4% gel may be used up to one hour before each act of intercourse.

How effective is Gynol II?

Options Gynol II is a spermicidal lubricant. Each box contains a tube of gel along with a reusable applicator. There are about 13 applications per tube. The company says, when used correctly each and every time you have sex, Gynol II is 94 percent effective at preventing unintended pregnancies.