spermicidal
Destroys reproductive cells
Spermicidal describes substances that kill sperm, used in contraception.
Spermicidal jellies, foams, and films are applied before intercourse to prevent pregnancy.
The suffix -cidal means killing, as in homicidal or germicidal.
She used a spermicidal lubricant with her diaphragm.
Sperm-destroying chemical compound
- foamBubble-filled substance
- gelWobbly semi-solid substance
- filmMovie or coating
- suppositoryInsertable solid medication
cream · sponge · diaphragm · cervical cap · barrier method · emergency contraception · intrauterine · plan B
Friction-reducing substance
- applicatorTool for applying substances
- single-useFor one application only
- water-basedHaving water as medium
- fragrance-freeWithout added smell
over-the-counter · dosage · shelf life · storage · compatibility
Surface tension lowering compound
- cytotoxicToxic to cells
- inactivationCausing to cease function
- immobilizationPreventing movement entirely
- cell lysisCell membrane destruction
Substance that kills microorganisms
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- virucideAgent destroying viral pathogens
- disinfectantAgent destroying surface pathogens
nonoxynol-9
Sperm-destroying chemical compound
suppository · cream · sponge · diaphragm · cervical cap · barrier method · emergency contraception · intrauterine · plan B · efficacy
lubricant
Friction-reducing substance
- applicatorTool for applying substances
- single-useFor one application only
- water-basedHaving water as medium
fragrance-free · over-the-counter · dosage · shelf life · storage · compatibility
surfactant
Surface tension lowering compound
- cytotoxicToxic to cells
- inactivationCausing to cease function
- immobilizationPreventing movement entirely
microbicide
Substance that kills microorganisms
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- virucideAgent destroying viral pathogens
disinfectant · STI prevention · HIV prevention · prophylactic