Lomexin vaginal cream 2% 78g. №1 tube with applicator

Description

Lomexin vaginal cream composition
active substance: fenticonazole nitrate;
1 g of cream contains fenticonazole nitrate 20 mg;
Excipients: propylene glycol, hydrogenated lanolin, almond oil, polyglycol esters of fatty acids, cetyl alcohol, glycerol monostearate, edetate sodium, purified water.

Dosage form
Vaginal cream.

Pharmacological properties
Lomexin vaginal cream is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent.
The drug has high fungistatic and fungicidal activity against dermatophytes (all species of Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton), Candida albicans, and other fungal infections of the skin and mucous membranes. The drug inhibits the acid proteinase Candida albicans.
The drug has an antibacterial effect against gram-positive microorganisms.
It is suggested that the mechanism of action of fenticonazole nitrate is to inhibit the oxidation of enzymes by accumulated peroxide and necrosis of fungal cells, which is manifested in direct action on membranes.
Lomexin vaginal cream is also active against Trichomonas vaginalis in vivo and in vitro.

Indication:

• genital candidiasis (thrush);
• vulvovaginitis;
• colpitis;
• mixed infections of the mucous membranes of the genital tract.

Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

Children
The drug is not used in children.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
As there are no data from studies on the use of the drug during pregnancy or breastfeeding, it should not be prescribed during this period.

Method of application and dosage
It is used intravaginally.
The contents of one applicator are inserted deep into the vagina – approximately 5 g. The drug is applied at bedtime using a clean reusable applicator, if necessary, the drug is additionally used in the morning.
To avoid re-infection, it is recommended that the patient’s sexual partner be treated at the same time by applying Lomexin vaginal cream  cream to the glans penis and foreskin.
To apply the cream using an applicator should be:
Screw the applicator onto the tube at the screw cap.
It is easy to squeeze the bottom of the tube so that the applicator is full. If resistance occurs, gently pull on the applicator piston. Fill the applicator completely, unless a different dosage is recommended by your doctor.
Unscrew the applicator and immediately close the tube with the lid.
Take a horizontal position, bend your legs at the knees and spread, slowly and carefully insert the applicator as deep as possible into the vagina. Fully lower the piston. Remove the applicator without touching the piston.

Overdose
There were no reports of drug overdose. Lomexin is intended for topical use, not for oral use. Accidental oral administration of the drug may cause abdominal pain and vomiting.

Side effects:

• From the reproductive system and mammary glands: burning of the vaginal mucosa;
• From the skin and subcutaneous tissue: redness, itching, rash.

Expiration date
3 years.
Suitable for use after the first opening for 30 days.

Storage conditions
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25ºC. Keep out of reach of children.