Gyno-Canesten Bayer 12 Vaginal Tablets 100 mg

Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic Bayer Vaginal Tablets 100mg

Gyno canesten what it is for

Active principles contained

Excipients contained in Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Contraindications gyno canesten tablets

Dosage and method of taking Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Contraindications for Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Correct storage of Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Warnings before use Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Interactions

Side effects

Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic In Pregnancy And Lactation

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Gyno canesten what it is for

Gyno canesten tablets are useful for the treatment of localized symptoms such as itching , leucorrhoea, redness and swelling of the vaginal mucosa, burning when passing urine when these symptoms are consequent to vulvovaginal infections caused by candida previously diagnosed.

Active principles contained

The active ingredient is Clotrimazole which is an antifungal for gynecological use capable of inhibiting the growth of organisms such as fungi and yeasts.

Excipients contained in Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Vaginal cream 2%: sorbitan stearate, polysorbate 60, cetyl palmitate, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol, benzyl alcohol, purified water. Vaginal tablets 100 mg: lactose monohydrate, corn starch, magnesium stearate, colloidal anhydrous silica, calcium lactate pentahydrate, crospovidone, lactic acid, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose.

Contraindications gyno canesten tablets

Hypersensitivity 'to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

Dosage and method of taking Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

The tablets or cream should be introduced as deeply as possible into the vagina in the evening and for this purpose the patient will have to assume the supine position with slightly bent legs. Vaginal tablets: one tablet in the evening for six consecutive days; alternatively you can 'implement the dosage of 2 tablets in the evening before bedtime, for 3 consecutive days. Method of application: after washing your hands thoroughly, introduce the vaginal tablet directly with your finger as deeply as possible into the vagina (the best way is with the patient lying on her back, with her legs slightly flexed). In chronic relapsing forms, the daily dosage can be increased to 2 vaginal tablets in the evening, for a period of 6-12 days. For the tablets to dissolve completely it is necessary for the vagina to have an adequate degree of humidity. Otherwise, undissolved fragments of the tablet may escape. To avoid this, it is important that the medicine is inserted as deeply as possible into the vagina at bedtime. If, despite this precaution, the tablet does not dissolve completely overnight, the use of vaginal cream should be considered.

Contraindications for Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Treatment should be properly started and ended in the inter-menstrual period. Six symptoms persist for more than 7 days, it may be a disease that requires medical treatment. If necessary, the treatment can be repeated. However, recurring infections can indicate an underlying condition, such as diabetes or HIV infection. Six symptoms recur within 2 months seek medical attention. Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products while using the product. During the use of the product it is recommended to avoid vaginal intercourse, because the infection could be transmitted to the partner. During pregnancy use vaginal tablets, inserting them without an applicator. The product is intended for use by adults and adolescents over 12 years.

Correct storage of Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

Vaginal cream: this medicine does not require any special storage conditions. Vaginal tablets: store at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees C, keep away from sources of heat and humidity.

Warnings before use Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic

If the patient has fever (38 degrees C or higher), lower abdominal pain, back pain, foul-smelling vaginal discharge, nausea, vaginal bleeding and / or shoulder pain, she should consult a physician. The cream drug can reduce the efficacy and safety of latex-based products, such as condoms and diaphragms, when applied to the genital area (women: lips and areas adjacent to the vulva; men: foreskin and glans penis). The effect is temporary and occurs only during treatment. The use, especially if prolonged, of products for topical use, can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In this case, it is necessary to interrupt the treatment and adopt suitable therapeutic measures. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not swallow. The drug increma contains cetostearyl alcohol: it can cause local skin reactions (eg contact dermatitis).

Interactions

Concomitant treatment with vaginal clotrimazole and oral tacrolimus (an immunosuppressant) may result in increased plasma levels of tacrolimus and similarly with sirolimus. Patients should therefore be carefully monitored for symptoms of overdose of tacrolimus or sirolimus, if necessary by determination of plasma drug levels.

Side effects

The following adverse reactions were identified after the approval of clotrimazole. Since these reactions derive from spontaneous reports from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to define their frequency. Immune system disorders: allergic reaction (syncope, hypotension, dyspnoea, urticaria). Reproductive system and breast disorders: peeling of the genital area, itching, rash, edema, erythema, discomfort, burning, irritation, pelvic pain, vaginal haemorrhage. Gastrointestinal disorders: abdominal pain.

Gyno-Canesten Antimicrobial And Antiseptic In Pregnancy And Lactation

No human studies have been conducted on the effects of clotrimazole on fertility '; however, animal studies have shown no effect of the drug on fertility. There is a limited amount of data on the use of clotrimazole in pregnancy. Animal studies do not show any direct or indirect harmful effects in terms of reproductive toxicity. As a precautionary measure, the use of clotrimazole in the first trimester of pregnancy should be avoided. During pregnancy, treatment should be done with vaginal tablets, since they can be used without the applicator. Available pharmacodynamic / toxicological data in animals have demonstrated secretion of clotrimazole / metabolites in milk. Breastfeeding should be discontinued during treatment with clotrimazole.

Format

Gyno Canesten is sold in packs with 12 ready-to-use 100mg vaginal tablets.