Products Estriol is commercially available in many countries as vaginal gel, vaginal cream, vaginal suppositories, vaginal tablets, and tablets for peroral therapy. This article refers to topical use. Structure and properties Estriol (C18H24O3, Mr = 288.4 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is a natural metabolite of … Estriol
Products Many drugs are available in the form of suppositories. The most commonly administered in the office are acetaminophen suppositories for the treatment of fever and pain in infants and children (photo, click to enlarge). Definition Suppositories are single-dose medicinal preparations with a solid consistency. They usually have an elongated, torpedo-like shape and a smooth … Suppositories (Suppositories)
Products Some vaginal tablets are commercially available. Also used are vaginal suppositories and vaginal capsules. Structure and properties Vaginal tablets are solid, single-dose preparations intended for vaginal use. In general, they meet the definition of non-coated tablets or film-coated tablets. Detailed information can be found under the relevant articles. Vaginal tablets contain the same excipients, … Vaginal Tablets
Products Vaginal suppositories are commercially available as drugs and medical devices. Listed below are some active ingredients which are administered vaginally: Estrogens: estriol Progestins: progesterone Antifungals: Econazole, ciclopirox Antiparasitics: Metronidazole, Clindamycin Antiseptics: Povidone–iodine, formerly boric acid. Probiotics: Lactobacilli The egg-shaped vaginal suppositories are also called ovules (singular ovulum). Structure and properties Vaginal suppositories are dosage … Vaginal Suppositories
Products Gelatin is available as a pure substance in grocery stores and in pharmacies or drugstores. It is found in many processed foods, pharmaceuticals, and sweets, among other products. Structure and properties Gelatin is a purified mixture of proteins obtained by either partial acid, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis of collagen. Hydrolysis results in gelling and … Gelatin
Products In many countries, there are no ready-to-use medicines with boric acid for the treatment of vaginal mycosis on the market. Structure and properties Boric acid (H3BO3, Mr = 61.8 g/mol) is present as colorless, shiny, greasy-feeling scales, as white crystals, or as a white crystalline powder. It is soluble in water and dissolves readily … Boric Acid for Vaginal Fungus
Products Ciclopirox is commercially available in many countries as a nail polish, solution, vaginal suppository, cream, vaginal cream, and shampoo. Structure and properties Ciclopirox (C12H17NO2, Mr = 207.3 g/mol) exists as a white to yellowish white crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water. It is also present in drugs as ciclopiroxolamine, a white to … Ciclopirox
Introduction The vaginal mycosis is one of the most common infections in the genital area of women. Vaginal mycosis is not dangerous, but due to the typical symptoms such as itching in the vagina and discharge, an infection can be very unpleasant and should be treated quickly. The most common pathogen of vaginal mycosis is … Treatment of vaginal mycosis
Home remedy against vaginal mycosis Many women want a gentle and inexpensive treatment for vaginal mycosis and use home remedies that are anti-inflammatory and are supposed to fight the infection in a natural way. The possibilities range from a treatment with yoghurt to sitz baths with herbal additives to self-mixed vaginal rinses. Many women swear … Home remedy against vaginal mycosis | Treatment of vaginal mycosis
Duration of the treatment Most creams containing the active ingredient clomitrazole should be applied to the affected areas and the external genitals over a treatment period of one to two weeks. Clomitrazole-containing vaginal tablets are inserted deep into the vagina on three consecutive days in the evening. Treatment with Vagisan® Vaginal Suppositories, on the other … Duration of the treatment | Treatment of vaginal mycosis
Treatment of the partner Vaginal mycosis is not a sexually transmitted disease, so transmission through sexual intercourse is very rare. As long as the partner shows no symptoms, treatment is usually not necessary. However, many women feel more comfortable if their partner is also treated for vaginal mycosis. Co-treatment of the partner used to be … Treatment of the partner | Treatment of vaginal mycosis
Products Econazole is commercially available as a cream, powder, pump spray, vaginal cream, and vaginal suppository (Pevaryl, Gyno-Pevaryl, Pevisone + triamcinolone acetonide). The active ingredient has been approved in many countries since 1974. Structure and properties The imidazole derivative econazole (C18H15Cl3N2O, Mr = 381.7 g/mol) is a white powder that is practically insoluble in water. … Econazole
