Methods and devices for preventing transmission of sexually transmitted diseases

摘要

The present invention provides methods for preventing the transmission of HIV, methods for prophylaxis of HIV transmission and methods for reducing the risk of HIV transmission vaginally, rectally, or orally using compositions having at least one of polyquaternium, glycerin, methylparaben or propylparaben. In another aspect, the composition has at least one of surfactants, microbicides, anticellular agents, acid agents, alkaline agents, oxidizing agents, inhibitors, organic solvents, and hypotonic solutions. The invention further provides methods for inhibiting the transmission of a sexually transmitted disease using the compositions. Methods for disinfecting needles and syringes are also disclosed. Additionally, the invention provides combinations of compositions and devices used with such methods.