Biofanal for vaginal thrush and Candida infection of the external genital area in detail
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
How should it be used?
Vaginal ointment: Apply the medicine to the labia and other affected areas in the genital area.
Vaginal tablets: Insert the medicine into the vagina.
Duration of use?
Vaginal ointment: The duration of use should be 2-4 weeks.
Vaginal tablets: The duration of use should be 3 or 6 days.
A medical follow-up examination should clarify whether treatment should be continued.
Overdosage?
No overdose symptoms are known. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
As a general rule: Ensure a conscientious dosage, especially for infants, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautionary measures.
A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information in the package leaflet. Since the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.
Storage before opening
The medicine must be stored away from heat.
Storage after opening or preparation
The medicinal product may be used for a maximum of 6 months after opening/preparation!
The medicinal product must be stored at room temperature after opening/preparation!
This information only applies to the ointment. The expiry date printed on the product applies to the vaginal tablets.
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
Which age group should be considered?
- Children and adolescents under 18 years of age: No dosage information is available for this age group.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: According to current knowledge, the medicine has no harmful effects on the development of your child or the birth.
- Breastfeeding: According to current knowledge, there is no indication that the medicinal product should not be used during breastfeeding.
If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.what adverse effects may occur?
- Hypersensitivity reactions of the skin, such as
- Burning sensation on the skin
- itching
If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
- Caution in case of allergy to fungicides (e.g. amphotericin B, nystatin)!
How does the ingredient of the medicine work?
The active ingredient damages the outer shell, the so-called cell membrane of fungi. This envelope thus loses part of its function, cell components are released and the cell can disintegrate. Depending on the concentration of the active ingredient, the fungi are inhibited in their growth and reproduction or killed directly.
Application
- Fungal infections of the vagina- Fungal infections of the external genitalia of womenThe medicine is suitable for co-treatment of the partner. There are various pathogens that can cause a disease. Only the doctor can decide whether the medicine is effective against the infection in question.
Dosage
Vaginal ointment:a sufficient amount2 times a dayAdultsdistributed throughout the dayVaginal tablets: For short-term use (3 days):2 vaginal tablets1 times a dayAdultsbefore bedtimeVaginal tablets: For longer-term use (6 days):1 vaginal tablet1 times a dayAdultsBefore going to bedWhen symptoms occur for the first time (discharge, itching, etc.) and if they recur more than 3 times a year, you should consult a doctor.During and up to 2 days after treatment, sexual intercourse should only take place with condom protection.
