| abstract |
The present disclosure includes compositions and methods of inactivating pathogens of a genital tract of a female. The compositions include L-lactic acid substantially free of D-lactic acid. In particular, an intravaginal ring for sustained release of L-lactic acid out of a reservoir containing multi-gram quantities of L-lactic acid, with minimal osmotically induced swelling or pressurization of the reservoir during prolonged use is provided. |