Meditreat Vaginal Suppositories

Meditreat Vaginal Suppositories

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Yeast/Thrush
Class 1 β€” Pharmacies only Β· Pharmacist required
Drug Type

Antifungal (miconazole nitrate)

Form

Vaginal suppositories, 6-day course

Indication

Treatment of recurrence of vaginal candidiasis, limited to those who have previously been diagnosed and treated for vaginal candidiasis by a physician.

Warnings & Precautions

For use only by those who have previously been diagnosed and treated for vaginal candidiasis by a physician.

Active Ingredients (per 1 suppository)

Miconazole nitrate 100 mg

Inactive Ingredients

Hard fat

Instructions for Use

  • βœ“Bathe or clean the affected area with lukewarm water before use. Insert 1 suppository deep into the vagina at bedtime.
Age Dose per use Times per day
Adults (15 years and older, under 60 years) 1 suppository Once daily at bedtime, for 6 consecutive days
Under 15 years or 60 years and older Do not use β€”
  • βœ“If there is no improvement after 3 days of use, or symptoms have not disappeared after 6 days, see a doctor. (The symptoms may be severe or caused by another disease.)
  • βœ“Follow the prescribed dosage strictly.
  • βœ“If the suppository is soft, let it cool for a while before use. If it is too hard, wait until it softens.
  • βœ“For use inside the vagina only.
  • βœ“Wash your hands thoroughly before and after use.
  • βœ•Do not use an applicator (it is not hygienic).
  • βœ“Even if your symptoms disappear partway, keep using it for the full 6 days from the start.
  • βœ•Do not use during menstruation. If menstruation begins during use, stop use and see a doctor, as your treatment needs to be checked. (The medicine may flow out during menstruation and not work well.)
  • βœ“To take out a suppository: (1) cut one off at the perforation; (2) pull the seam apart to the left and right and take it out; (3) insert it into the vagina.
  • βœ•Do not use this product if:
  • (1) You think this may be your first occurrence of vaginal candidiasis. (If symptoms appear for the first time, another disease may be the cause β€” see a doctor.)
  • (2) You have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients.
  • (3) You are under 15 years of age or 60 years of age or older. (People under 15 are more likely to be having a first occurrence. People 60 and older may have another disease or a mixed infection with other organisms.)
  • (4) You are pregnant or possibly pregnant. (Medicines must be used with caution; see a doctor.)
  • (5) You have fever, chills, lower abdominal pain, back or shoulder pain, colored or blood-tinged discharge, fishy-smelling discharge, stopped menstruation, irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding, or ulcers, swelling, or sores in the vagina or external genitalia. (Another disease may be the cause; see a doctor.)
  • (6) You have been diagnosed with diabetes. (Frequent recurrence is likely; see a doctor.)
  • (7) You are taking warfarin or other anticoagulants. (The bleeding tendency caused by warfarin may become stronger.)
  • (8) You have frequent recurrences of this disease (once every 1 to 2 months, or twice or more within 6 months).
  • (9) You are unsure whether your symptoms are a recurrence of vaginal candidiasis. (If you cannot judge for yourself, see a doctor.)
  • βœ•Do not use on any area other than inside the vagina. (This product works only on Candida infection inside the vagina.)
  • βœ•Do not use any external skin medicine other than candidiasis treatment on the external genitalia while using this product. (Symptoms may worsen or treatment may be delayed.)
  • ⚠Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if you:
  • (1) Are under medical treatment. (This product may affect medicines prescribed by your doctor, or you may already be using the same medicine.)
  • (2) Have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine. (If you have had an allergic reaction to a medicine, you may react to this product too.)
  • (3) Are breastfeeding. (Medicines must be used with caution.)
  • βœ“Stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist β€” bringing this package insert with you β€” if the following symptom appears after use, as it may be a side effect:
  • Outside the vagina: Hives or itching
  • βœ“Stop use and consult a doctor or pharmacist β€” bringing this package insert with you β€” if the following symptoms persist or worsen:
  • In the vagina: Itching, redness, pain, warmth, or irritation
  • βœ“(This may be an allergic reaction or a strong pharmacological effect of this product. Continuing to use the same medicine may make the symptoms worse.)
  • βœ“Store in a cool, dry place at 30Β°C or below, away from direct sunlight. Because the suppository melts at about body temperature, store it in a refrigerator after purchase if possible. Keep out of reach of children. When storing, place it in the outer box with the tip facing down, following the mark on the box (to prevent deformation). Avoid contact with latex contraceptives such as condoms and diaphragms (these products may deteriorate or break). Do not use after the expiry date.

Additional Information

Miconazole nitrate kills Candida, the fungus that causes vaginal candidiasis, and treats the infection.
It relieves discharge and itching around the delicate area caused by a recurrence of vaginal candidiasis.
If you have symptoms on the vulva (external genitalia) as well as inside the vagina, Taisho's pre-purchase check says to use this product together with Meditreat Cream.

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