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Birth control medication From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lactic acid/citric acid/potassium bitartrate, sold under the brand name Phexxi, is a non-hormonal combination medication used as a method of birth control.[1][2] It contains lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate.[1][2] It is a gel inserted into the vagina.[2][3]
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Lactic acid | Alpha hydroxy acid |
Citric acid | Tricarboxylic acid |
Potassium bitartrate | Sugar acid salt |
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Trade names | Phexxi |
AHFS/Drugs.com | Multum Consumer Information |
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Routes of administration | Intravaginal |
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The most common adverse reactions include vulvovaginal burning sensation, vulvovaginal pruritus, vulvovaginal mycotic infection, urinary tract infection, vulvovaginal discomfort, bacterial vaginosis, vaginal discharge, genital discomfort, dysuria, and vulvovaginal pain.[2]
The combination is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in females of reproductive potential for use as an on-demand method of contraception.[2]
The combination was approved for medical use in the United States in May 2020.[2][4][5]
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