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Medicines clindamycin phosphateQuestion & answer

clindamycin phosphate · Medicine question

Does vaginal cream affect condoms?

iatroX medicinesPublished 19 August 2026Reviewed 19 August 2026

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Answer

It may weaken latex condoms and diaphragms during treatment and for 72 hours afterwards, reducing contraceptive and infection protection.

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