Vagisan

Ingredients

Aqua, Benzyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate,Lactic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Polysorbate 60, SodiumLactate, Sorbitan Stearate.
VagisanMoistCream contains no fragrances.

Indications

VagisanMoistCream is intended for relief of symptoms caused by dryness of the vaginaand external genital area (dryness, stinging, itching,minor lesions and pain during intercourse, e.g. duringthe menopause due to an estrogen deficiency).
VagisanMoistCream can also be used to facilitate sexual intercourse.
 

Product information
VagisanMoistCream is a smooth, white cream developed for use in symptoms of vaginal dryness. VagisanMoistCream contains no hormones (estrogens) and can therefore be used alongside hormone replacement therapy or alternating with vaginal creams or pessariesthat do contain hormones (estrogen). Thanks to theaddition of lactic acid, the cream is set at a pH of 4.5. As aresult, VagisanMoistCream helps maintain a natural pH within the vagina.

Two effects contribute towards the relief of symptoms of vaginal dryness by VagisanMoistCream:

-The cream has a high water content, thereby moisturizing the skin within the vagina and external genital area.
- Nurturing lipids (fats) help to keep the skin supple.
Regular use of VagisanMoistCream may help prevent irritation and inflammation within the vagina and external genital area.
The cream can also be used for relief of vaginal dryness before sexual intercourse.

In women wishing to conceive, there are no contraindications to using VagisanMoistCream for vaginal dryness, as sperm motility is notimpaired.

What you should know about thesymptoms of "vaginal dryness"
The symptoms of vaginal dryness can severely affect the quality of life of those women affected. The sensation of dryness is often accompanied by other discomfort, such as itching, stinging, minor lesions and soreness involving the vagina, vaginal opening and external genital area. In many cases, these symptoms also make sexual intercourse painful.
Commonly affected are women in menopause (which,in some cases, starts as early as at 40 years of age) and during the years thereafter. In such cases, vaginal drynessis caused by the decreasing production of sex hormones (including estrogen). Less vaginal fluid is produced within the vagina; the skin becomes thinner and more fragile. While this process is quite normal, it can bring considerable discomfort.
After womb or ovarian surgery, during pregnancy and breast-feeding or while taking the Pill, hormone deficiency/fluctuations or hormonal imbalance can also lead to symptoms of vaginal dryness.
Some metabolic disorders (e.g. diabetes), medications, radiation treatment for cancer and even stress can also be associated with dryness in the internal and external genital area.

Instructions

VagisanMoistCream is intended for application in the vagina and to the external genital area.
For relief of vaginal symptoms, VagisanMoistCream is inserted into the vagina. The cream can be applied with the applicator provided, or without an applicator. If you use the applicator, fill it halfway. To make it easier to insert the applicator, a small amount of cream can also be applied to the area around the vaginal entrance. If you prefer not to use the applicator, a ribbon of cream about 2 cm long can be inserted into the vagina using a clean finger. The cream should be applied daily, preferably in the evening before bedtime (if necessary, wear a panty liner).

Once symptoms have improved, you can reduce how often you use the cream, depending on your needs.
For relief of symptoms in the vaginal opening and external genital area, use a clean finger to apply and spread the cream up to several times a day as needed; a ribbon of cream about 0.5 cm long is sufficient.
The cream can also be used before sexual intercourse or during menstrual periods.
If VagisanMoistCream is well tolerated, it may also be used over prolonged periods, even during pregnancy (without the applicator) and breast-feeding.

Directions for use

Loosen the plunger, so that it can be moved inside the applicator barrel. With the tube opening facing upwards, attach applicator onto tube opening. Fill the applicator barrel halfway with cream (about2.5g cream), by gently and evenly squeezing the tube. Remove the applicator from the tube. You can insert the applicator into the vagina while lying down (on your back) or standing up (like when inserting a tampon). Carefully insert the applicator as deeply as possible into the vagina; push the plunger to empty the applicator and insert the cream into the vagina.
After use, clean the applicator as follows: firmly press the spherical end of the plunger onto a firm surface. This will separate the plunger from the applicator barrel. Then clean the plunger and barrel separately in warm water.

Instructions foruse during pregnancy

For safety reasons, the applicator should not be used to insert the cream during pregnancy. Instead, a ribbon of cream about 2 cm long can be inserted into the vagina using a clean finger.

Notes for use before sexual intercourse:
The cream can be used before sexual intercourse to help to alleviate symptoms of vaginal dryness. Based on the very latest findings, the tear strength of condoms and caps/diaphragms (made of latex or polyurethane or polyisoprene) can be compromised with simultaneous use of VagisanMoistCream; as a precautionary measurethe cream should therefore not be used with condoms or caps/diaphragms.

After opening, the cream has a shelf life of 6 months.

Warnings

Do not use VagisanMoistCream if you are sensitive (allergic) to the active ingredients or to any of the other ingredients in the cream.
VagisanMoistCream does not contain any spermicides (i.e. substances that kill sperm) and therefore does not protect against unwanted pregnancy.
The cream must not be used immediately after childbirth.
Similarly, do not use VagisanMoistCream if you have a vaginal infection (e.g. thrush); in this event, you should talk to your doctor.
A doctor should be asked for advice in cases of more severe symptoms caused by vaginal dryness (e.g. interfering with normal activities), in case VagisanMoistCream should not sufficiently alleviate symptoms of vulvovaginal dryness and in case of persistent itching.

If the tube or applicator is damaged, or if there are any changes in the appearance of the cream, do not use the product and inform the manufacturer.

Please do not consider this information as an alternative to consulting your physician or pharmacist.

For further information on instructions for use, risks and side effects, please read the patient package insert and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Read the patient package insert carefully before starting to take any medication.