Directions

ComforTAB®

Product Specific Directions

1-Day Combi-Pak, ComforTAB®
The Canesten® vaginal tablet is used to treat the vaginal yeast infection while the Canesten® External Cream is used externally to relieve the itching associated with your vaginal yeast infection. The cream should be used only during the time when external symptoms are present and for no longer than 7 days. The Canesten® vaginal tablet is placed high into the vagina once (preferably at bedtime). Canesten® vaginal tablets and Canesten® External Cream are only for use in the vagina and irritated vaginal area and should never be taken orally. While you may have sexual relations during treatment with Canesten®, most couples wait until treatment has finished.
3-Day Combi-Pak, ComforTAB®
The Canesten® vaginal tablet is used to treat the vaginal yeast infection while the Canesten® External Cream is used externally to relieve the itching associated with your vaginal yeast infection. The cream should be used only during the time when external symptoms are present and for no longer than 7 days. One Canesten® vaginal tablet is placed high into the vagina once a day (preferably at bedtime) for 3 consecutive days. Canesten® vaginal tablets and Canesten® External Cream are only for use in the vagina and irritated vaginal area and should never be taken orally. While you may have sexual relations during treatment with Canesten®, most couples wait until treatment has finished.

General

Using the applicator

The applicator supplied with this package should be used to ensure proper placement of the vaginal tablet high in the vagina, where it will provide the most benefit. To use the applicator, first remove the Canesten® vaginal tablet from its protective foil wrapper. Next pull the applicator's plunger outward until it stops. The vaginal tablet is then placed into the end of the applicator and is ready for use.

Inserting the medication

Canesten® vaginal tablets are placed into the vagina in much the same way as a tampon. Stand, squat, or lie on your back in a ComforTAB®le position. Insert the loaded applicator into the vagina as far as it will ComforTAB®ly go. Holding the barrel of the applicator steady, gently depress the plunger until it stops. This will release the medication high in the vagina where it will be most effective. Remove the applicator.

Disposing of the applicator

The Canesten® vaginal applicator is recyclable where facilities exist.

Using the cream

A small amount of Canesten® External Cream may be applied to the opening of the vagina to help provide extra relief of external symptoms. Squeeze a small amount of cream onto your finger and gently spread over the irritated vaginal area. Use once or twice a day and only during the period when external symptoms are present, up to a maximum of 7 days.

#1 Doctor and Pharmacist
Recommended Brand

Canesten® is the #1 doctor & pharmacist recommended vaginal yeast infection treatment in Canada. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if Canesten® could be right for you.
Sources:

* Drugstore Canada & L'Actualite Pharmaceutique 2009 / 2010 Survey on OTC Counselling and Recommendations.


* The Medical Post and L'Actualite Medicale's 2009 / 2010 Survey on OTC Counselling & Recommendations.

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