Gino-Canesten 100mg 6 vaginal tablets

Gino-Canesten® vaginal tablets are an antifungal medication indicated for the treatment of vaginal candidiasis and are effective in relieving its 6 main symptoms: itching, redness, inflammation, pain, burning and abnormal vaginal discharge - white and lumpy, similar to cottage cheese (without bad smell). Consult a doctor if the infection reappears within two months after finishing treatment.

How to Use

Vaginal use. The recommended dose of Gino–Canesten® vaginal tablets is:
Adult women and girls over 12 years of age : in general, Gino-Canesten® vaginal tablets should be applied for 6 consecutive days.
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding , think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.

• Before applying Gino-Canesten® vaginal tablets, wash your hands thoroughly.
• Insert 1 vaginal tablet as deep as possible into the vagina at night, before going to bed, once a day, for 6 consecutive days.
• It is recommended that the application be done while lying on your back and with your legs slightly bent.
• Some of the contents may come out, so we recommend using a daily or sanitary pad to prevent it from soiling your favorite underwear.

Vaginal tablets require adequate moisture in the vagina for optimal dissolution. If you suffer from vaginal dryness, some of the tablet may not dissolve completely and compromise treatment. Alternatively, you should opt for formulations such as vaginal softgels or creams. Treatment should not be taken during your period. The full course of treatment should be completed before your period starts. You should not use tampons, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products while using this medicine; if necessary, you can repeat the treatment, however, recurrent infections may indicate an underlying medical cause. You should seek medical advice if symptoms return within 2 months.

It can be used by adult women and girls aged 12 and over.

Gino-Canesten tablets: Contain clotrimazole. Indicated for recurrent vaginal candidiasis. Indicated for infections of the labia and adjacent areas, as well as inflammation of the glans and foreskin of the sexual partner caused by yeasts (cream). Contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. Special warnings and precautions for use: Fever, lower abdominal pain, back pain, foul-smelling vaginal discharge, nausea, vaginal bleeding and/or associated shoulder pain and in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Discontinue use during breastfeeding. May reduce the effectiveness and safety of latex-based products such as condoms and diaphragms. The effect is temporary and occurs only during treatment. Non-prescription medicines. Read the package leaflet carefully and, if in doubt or if symptoms persist, consult your doctor or pharmacist. For more information, see the package leaflet here .