- Females of childbearing potential were either sexually inactive (abstinent) for 14 days prior to screening and throughout the study or used one of the following acceptable birth control methods: Intrauterine device (IUD) in place for at least 3 months prior to study; Barrier method (condom or diaphragm) with spermicide for at least 14 days prior to screening through study completion; Stable hormonal contraceptive for at least 3 months prior to study through completion of study; Surgical sterilization (vasectomy) of partner at least 6 months prior to study. Females of non-childbearing potential were surgically sterile (bilateral tubal ligation with surgery at least 6 months prior to study, hysterectomy, or bilateral oophorectomy at least 2 months prior to study).