Canesten Thrush Soft Gel Pessary
Canesten Thrush Soft Gel Pessary is a convenient single-dose treatment for vaginal thrush. It contains clotrimazole, an antifungal medicine that works directly against the fungus responsible for causing thrush.
Vaginal thrush is a common fungal infection that can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as itching, soreness, redness and irritation around the vagina, as well as a white, usually odourless vaginal discharge. These symptoms can be uncomfortable and may affect your everyday activities.
The Canesten Soft Gel Pessary is inserted directly into the vagina using the applicator provided. Once inserted, the soft gel pessary dissolves and releases clotrimazole, allowing the medicine to work directly at the site of the infection. The treatment is designed to target the underlying fungal infection and help your symptoms improve.
How To Use
Use 1 Canesten 500 mg Soft Gel Pessary once, preferably at bedtime.
Wash your hands before and after using it.
Put the pessary into the applicator and twist it gently so it stays in place.
Lie on your back with your knees bent. Gently insert the applicator as far into the vagina as is comfortable.
Slowly press the plunger to release the pessary.
Remove and throw the applicator away safely. Do not flush it down the toilet.
The pessary dissolves inside the vagina, so you may want to wear a panty liner.
Symptoms should usually improve within 3 days.
If there is no improvement after 7 days, contact your doctor.
If thrush comes back after 7 days, you can use one more treatment.
If you have thrush more than twice in 6 months, see your doctor.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Clotrimazole
Other ingredients: white soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, gelatin, glycerol, water, titanium dioxide (E171), quinoline yellow (E104), sunset yellow (E110), lecithin, medium-chain triglycerides.
Warnings
The Soft Gel Pessary is for use in the vagina only.
Do not use if your are allergic to any of the ingrdients.
Do not use if you are using it to treat a nail or scalp infection.
Speak to your doctor before using Canesten Thrush Combi if:
This is your first experience of thrush or you are unsure whether you have thrush.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You have had more than two episodes of thrush in the last 6 months.
You or your partner have had a sexually transmitted infection.
You are under 16 or over 60.
You have previously had an allergic reaction to Canesten or another vaginal antifungal treatment.
You have unusual symptoms such as:
Irregular or unusual vaginal bleeding
Blood-stained discharge
Sores, ulcers or blisters around the vagina or vulva
Lower abdominal pain
Pain or difficulty when passing urine
Fever or chills
Feeling sick or vomiting
Diarrhoea
A foul-smelling vaginal discharge
These symptoms may indicate that Canesten Thrush Combi is not the right treatment for you.
Use an alternative form of contraception for at least 5 days after treatment.
While using the product:
Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicides or other vaginal products.
Avoid vaginal intercourse while you have thrush and during treatment, as your partner may become infected.
Do not use the product during your period, as it may be less effective.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you are taking, including medicines bought without a prescription.
Storage
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the ‘EXP’ date shown on the pack.
Store below 25ºC. Protect from sunlight.
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