Ultra absorbency tampon safety study
This study tests a new ultra-absorbency tampon to see if it is safe and comfortable compared to a regular tampon. You would use the tampons for two menstrual cycles and have a few gynecological exams.
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Who can take part
- You are female and between 18 and 49 years old.
- You have regular periods (every 21 to 35 days) that last at least 4 days, and you can predict when your period starts within 3 days.
- You usually use ultra or super-plus tampons, at least 4 per period.
- You are willing to use only the tampons and pads provided and keep a diary.
- You have had a normal Pap test within the last 3 years (or a normal Pap plus negative HPV test within 5 years).
- You are using reliable birth control and are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- You are willing to have 4 gynecological exams (with a speculum and colposcope) over 2 periods.
- You have a freezer at home to store used tampons.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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