Femilex, vaginal suppositories 100mg 5pcs

Composition

One suppository contains: Active ingredient: lactic acid-100 mg; excipients: a mixture of macrogols: macrogol 1500 — (92-98)%, macrogol 400 — (8-2)%.

Pharmacological action

Pharmaco-therapeutic group: Antiseptic means of pharmacological action Lactic acid is a natural product of the vital activity of lactic acid bacteria of the vagina, provides the pH of vaginal secretions in the range of 3.5-4.5. Suppositories with lactic acid help restore and maintain normal pH and flora of the vagina, inhibit the growth of acid-sensitive pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic flora. Lactic acid creates an acid reserve to correct the pH shift to the alkaline side observed in vaginal infections. Increases the natural protection of the vagina from genital infections. Pharmacokinetics No pharmacokinetic information is available.

Indications

Normalization of disturbed microflora and pH of the vagina, including bacterial vaginosis (as part of complex therapy).

Use during pregnancy and lactation

Special studies of Femilex® during pregnancy and lactation have not been conducted. In studies conducted in animals, there were no signs of a toxic effect of lactic acid on the fetus. In clinical studies of lactic acid in various dosage forms for intravaginal use, no safety problems were identified. Considering the fact that lactic acid is an intermediate product of mammalian metabolism and is normally found in the human body, including:  in amniotic fluid, breast milk, the use of Femilex® during pregnancy and lactation is possible after evaluating the potential benefit to the mother and the risk to the fetus and children who is being breastfed. Please consult your doctor before use.

Contraindications

• Candida vulvovaginitis;
• pregnancy;
• breast-feeding period;
• children (up to 18 years);
• hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Side effects

Possible allergic reactions, itching, in some cases – burning in the vagina, passing after discontinuation of the drug.

Interaction

No information available.

How to take, course of use and dosage

Intravaginally. Before use, the suppository is released from the contour packaging. One vaginal suppository is inserted into the vagina (lying on your back with your legs slightly bent) 1 time/day. The course of treatment is 10 days.

Overdose

No overdose cases have been reported.

Description

Suppositories torpedo-shaped white or white with a yellowish tinge of color. Marbling and the presence of an air rod and a funnel-shaped depression on the cut are allowed.

Complete set

Vaginal suppositories 100 mg. 5 suppositories each in a contour cell package made of polyvinyl chloride film laminated with polyethylene. 1 or 2 contour cell packages together with instructions for medical use of the medicinal product in a cardboard pack.

Special instructions

If there is a burning sensation and itching, it is recommended to conduct an examination to exclude a fungal infection of the vagina.

Product form

vaginal suppositories

Storage conditions

The drug should be stored out of the reach of children, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Shelf

life is 5 years. Do not use after the expiration date.

Active ingredient

Lactic acid

Dosage form

vaginal suppositories

Description

For adults

Indications

Vaginitis, Inflammation of the female genital organs