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Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel

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SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 30°C
Preservative
Chlorocresol, Benzyl Alcohol

Product introduction

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of fungal vaginal infections that may cause vaginal burning, itching, and abnormal discharge. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is best to use it at night time for better results.  The affected area should be clean before using the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.

Some of the common side effects include vaginal burning sensation and irritation. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed during pregnancy.

Benefits of Vagilyte Vaginal gel

In Fungal infections of vagina

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by fungi in adults. It works by stopping the growth of fungi to relieve the symptoms you may have and clear the infection. This medicine provides relief from pain and itching and reduces discharge. Continue using the medicine for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back.

In Treatment of Fungal infections

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

Side effects of Vagilyte Vaginal gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Vagilyte

  • Blisters
  • Skin peeling
  • Swelling
  • Application site irritation

How to use Vagilyte Vaginal gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying

How Vagilyte Vaginal gel works

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Vagilyte Vaginal gel?

If you miss a dose of Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Few tips to prevent infection:
    1. Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
    2. Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
    3. Keep your vagina clean and dry. 
    4. Use a separate clean towel for the infected area.
    5. Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating.
    6. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
  • Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
  • Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment.
  • If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Interaction with drugs

Taking Vagilyte with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Clotrimazole may raise blood levels of Sirolimus. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor the levels and effects of Sirolimus on your kidneys and adjust the doses ... More
Clotrimazole may raise blood levels of Sirolimus. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor the levels and effects of Sirolimus on your kidneys and adjust the doses ... More
Clotrimazole may raise blood levels of Tacrolimus. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your Tacrolimus levels and kidney function closely. They may adjust the ... More
Clotrimazole may reduce the efficacy of Calcitriol. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may cause headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea. Clotrimazole may raise blood levels of Codergocrine Mesylate. Do not consume Codergocrine Mesylate with Clotrimazole. If... More

Patient concerns

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I am regularly using the cream cosmelite But now due to a fungal infection i have to use a antifungal cream fungicros So So i want to know whether i can apply the cream cosmelite after fungicros
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pls tell me which part of body have fungal infections
Medicine for fungal infections.
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination
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FAQs

What is Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel used for?

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) and irritation occurring at the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is effective against which fungi?

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is effective against Trichophyton species which cause ringworm infection, athlete’s foot, and jock itch (fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks). It is also effective against yeast known as Candida which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).

I have started using Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel. By when can I expect to start seeing the improvements?

The symptoms of skin infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.

What precautions are necessary while applying Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel?

Always wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel. If you are using the cream for an infected foot, wash and dry your feet thoroughly before applying the cream, especially between the toes, before applying the cream. Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel should be applied thinly and evenly and rubbed gently onto the affected areas two or three times daily.

For how long should I apply Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel? Can I stop if the symptoms have completely disappeared?

The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection. In general, the treatment is continued for 1 month for tinea infection and for at least 15 days for candida infection. Do not stop the treatment on your own even if you feel better because the infection may come back as it takes some time to kill the fungus.

Is Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel safe to use in children?

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel is safe for children only if taken as directed by the doctor. It should be given to children in the correct dose only for the prescribed length of time. Minor side effects may occur but usually, they are not bothersome. However, if you develop a burning sensation, redness, and itching (which is severe in nature), stop the medicine and contact your doctor.

Are there any measures that should be taken to help a faster recovery?

Keep the affected skin areas clean and dry but avoid excessive rubbing. You may have the urge to scratch because of itchiness but avoid scratching as it will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further. Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.

Does Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel affect contraception?

Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, like diaphragms and condoms. If you are using the cream on the vulva or penis, you should use alternative methods of contraception, for at least 5 days after using Vagilyte 2% Vaginal gel.
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References

  1. Bennett JE. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1587.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 306-307.
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