90-day vaginal ring shows promise as method for preventing both HIV and pregnancy

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90-day vaginal ring shows promise as method for preventing both HIV and pregnancy

A vaginal ring containing the antiretroviral drug dapivirine and the contraceptive hormone levonorgestrel delivered sustained levels of each drug when used continuously for 90 days—levels likely sufficient to serve its dual purpose for protecting against both HIV and unwanted pregnancy, according to findings of a new study.

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