a process for making a multicomponent microbicidal contraceptive intravaginal ringed - mesh device that includes forming a polymeric , fibrous mesh and adjoining a reinforcing yarn about the periphery of the fibrous mesh . the process further involves forming a polymeric ring matrix , that includes at least one contraceptive agent on the reinforced fibrous mesh , thereby encasing the reinforcing yarn and the mesh periphery , and applying at least one bioactive agent to the ringed - mesh .