K-Y Jelly has been available over the counter in the United States since 1980. [7] Composition [ edit ] Glycerin With Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, And Natrosol 250H (A Brand Of Hydroxyethyl Cellulose) For Lubrication, With Benzoic Acid, Methylparaben And Sodium Hydroxide As Additives.

K-Y NG uses glycerin and hydroxyethyl cellulose as the lubricant, with chlorhexidine gluconate, glucono delta-lactone, methylparaben and sodium hydroxide as antiseptic and preservative additives. The liquid form of the product combines glycerin with propylene glycol, sorbitol, and Natrosol 250H (a brand of hydroxyethyl cellulose) for lubrication, with benzoic acid, methylparaben and sodium hydroxide as additives. [ citation needed] Uses [ edit ] Medical [ edit ] The product contains no spermicide and thus cannot be used to prevent pregnancy. A formulation containing nonoxynol-9 was removed from the market after the spermicide was found to facilitate the spread of HIV. [6] Introduced in January 1904 by pharmaceutical company and suture manufacturer Van Horn and Sawtell of New York City, [2] and later acquired by Johnson & Johnson, K-Y Jelly's original stated purpose was as a surgical lubricant, and it was often chosen by doctors because of its natural base. The product is now more widely used as a sexual lubricant to supplement the moisture required for performing sexual acts. [3]It is a colourless, odourless and non-greasy gel that eliminates friction discomfort and helps protect you from irritation In addition to its use as a personal lubricant, [ citation needed] K-Y Jelly is employed by clinicians to perform prostate and gynecological examinations. [ citation needed] Zimmerman, Rachel (2002-09-25). "Some Makers, Vendors Drop N-9 Spermicide on HIV Risk". The Wall Street Journal . Retrieved 2017-03-09.

Yambot, Kristine; Dilay, Jetro; Mauhay, Jayson; Mendoza, Mark; Caparas, Ariel; Dumaoal, Oliver (2018). "Comparison of KY-jelly and ultrasound transmission gel as coupling medium for ultrasound imaging" (PDF). Asia Pacific Journal of Allied Health Sciences. 1. ISSN 2704-3568 . Retrieved 19 August 2022. Smith, Jason; Gallardo, Ximena (2006). Alien Woman: The Making of Lt. Ellen Ripley. Continuum. p.26. ISBN 978-0826419101.

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