LACTOFEM

LACTOFEM Moist Cream

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Lactofem Moisturising Cream
Nourishing vaginal cream for vaginal dryness

Please read and follow the instructions for use carefully. Keep the instructions for use. You may want to read them again later. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

What is Lactofem Moisturising Cream and what does it contain?
Lactofem Moisturising Cream is a white to almost white, smooth cream that has been developed for use with the symptoms of vaginal dryness. Lactofem Moisturising Cream is free from hormones (e.g. oestrogens) and can therefore also be used together with hormone replacement therapy or alternately with hormone-containing vaginal creams or vaginal suppositories. Lactofem Moisturising Cream contains benzyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, cetyl stearyl alcohol, lactic acid, sodium lactate, octyldodecanol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan monostearate and purified water. The 25 g and 50 g pack sizes contain an applicator (CE-certified) for inserting the cream into the vagina. The vaginal cream is free from fragrances and colourings.

When should you use Lactofem Moisturising Cream?
Lactofem Moisturising Cream is used to relieve and prevent symptoms of dryness in the vagina and the external intimate area (feeling of dryness, burning, itching or pain during sexual intercourse). Lactofem Moisturising Cream can also be used to make sexual intercourse easier.

How does Lactofem Moisturising Cream work?
The properties of Lactofem Moisturising Cream help to relieve symptoms of vaginal dryness:

• The high water content of the cream provides moisture to the skin in the area of the vagina and the external intimate area.
• Nourishing lipids (fats) keep the skin supple.

By adding lactic acid, the cream is adjusted to a pH value of 4.4 - Lactofem Moisturising Cream thus supports the maintenance of a natural pH value in the vagina. Regular use of Lactofem Moisturising Cream can help to prevent irritation and inflammation in the vagina and the external intimate area and thus promote vaginal health.

What you should know about the symptoms of "vaginal dryness"

The symptoms of vaginal dryness can significantly impair the quality of life of the women affected. The feeling of dryness is often accompanied by other symptoms such as itching, burning and pain in the area of the vagina, the vaginal opening and the external intimate area. In many cases, these symptoms also make sexual intercourse unpleasant or even painful. Women are particularly affected during the menopause (sometimes starting as early as the age of 40) and in the years that follow. The cause of the symptoms in these cases is a decreasing production of sex hormones (including oestrogen). Less vaginal fluid is produced in the vagina, the skin becomes thinner and more vulnerable. These are normal processes that can nevertheless result in unpleasant symptoms. Hormone deficiency, hormonal fluctuations or shifts can also lead to the symptoms of vaginal dryness after operations on the uterus or the ovaries, during pregnancy and breastfeeding as well as when taking the "pill". In addition, some metabolic diseases (e.g. diabetes), certain medications, radiation treatment for tumours and also stress can promote dryness in the internal and external intimate area.

What do you need to consider when using Lactofem Moisturising Cream?
Lactofem Moisturising Cream must not be used:

• in the case of known hypersensitivity or allergy to one of the ingredients
• in the case of a vaginal infection (e.g. vaginal fungus). Please speak to your doctor about this.
• immediately after giving birth.

Medical advice should be sought in the following cases:

• more pronounced symptoms of dryness before using Lactofem Moisturising Cream.
• persistent or recurring vaginal symptoms while using Lactofem Moisturising Cream.
• worsening vaginal symptoms while using Lactofem Moisturising Cream. You should stop using the product until the matter has been clarified.

Lactofem Moisturising Cream is free from hormones (e.g. oestrogens) and can therefore also be used together with hormone replacement therapy or alternately with hormone-containing vaginal creams or vaginal suppositories. It is not known whether and to what extent the cream can impair the effect of vaginally used contraceptives. Lactofem Moisturising Cream and condoms should not be used at the same time, as the tear resistance of the condoms and thus their protective function can be impaired. Lactofem Moisturising Cream does not contain an active ingredient that kills male sperm (sperm) and therefore does not protect against unwanted pregnancy. After application, mild local reactions (such as itching or burning) are possible for a short time. In rare cases, severe skin irritation or hypersensitivity reactions (e.g. redness, itching, burning) can occur, which may also last for a little longer. If these symptoms persist and do not improve, you should stop using Lactofem Moisturising Cream and consult a doctor. If you notice any other unpleasant effects, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist. In the event of damage to the tube, the applicator or a change in the consistency of the cream, do not use the product and inform the manufacturer.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Lactofem Moisturising Cream can also be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. For safety reasons, the applicator should not be used to insert the cream into the vagina during pregnancy (see instructions under "How do you use Lactofem Moisturising Cream?").

How do you use Lactofem Moisturising Cream?
Lactofem Moisturising Cream is intended for use in the vagina and on the skin of the external intimate area. Lactofem Moisturising Cream can be used with or without an applicator. Please wash your hands before using the cream and ensure that your intimate area is clean. The cream can also be used during menstruation.

Before first use

Before using the tube for the first time, unscrew the cap and push it upside down onto the tube opening to open the membrane seal.

Use without applicator

For symptoms in the vaginal opening and the external intimate area, the cream is applied and spread with a clean finger as required, even several times a day. A strip of cream approx. 0.5 cm long is sufficient for this.

Use with applicator

Lactofem Moisturising Cream can be inserted into the vagina with the help of the applicator. To make insertion easier, a small amount of cream can be applied to the area of the vaginal opening. To use, please follow the instructions below

1. Hold the tube opening upwards, screw the applicator onto the tube opening.
2. Fill the applicator tube halfway with cream by applying light, even pressure to the tube (approx. 2.5 g of cream).
3. Unscrew the applicator from the tube.
4. Carefully insert the applicator as deeply as possible into the vagina. This is best done lying on your back with your legs slightly bent or standing up (as when inserting a tampon). The applicator is emptied by pressing the plunger and the cream is inserted into the vagina.
5. After use, clean the applicator as follows: Press the spherical end of the applicator plunger firmly onto a solid surface. This separates the plunger from the applicator tube. Then carefully clean the plunger and applicator tube separately with warm water until there are no more traces of substance.

For safety reasons, the cream should be inserted into the vagina without an applicator during pregnancy. Instead, a strip of cream approx. 2 cm long can be inserted into the vagina with a clean finger. The cream should be used once a day, preferably in the evening before going to bed (if necessary, use a panty liner). Once the symptoms have improved, the frequency of use can be reduced as required.

How long can you use Lactofem Moisturising Cream?
Lactofem Moisturising Cream can also be used over a longer period of time if it is well tolerated. If you have any further questions about use, please contact your doctor or pharmacist.

How long does Lactofem Moisturising Cream keep?
Do not use Lactofem Moisturising Cream after the expiry date stated on the tube and the folding box. The expiry date is always given after this symbol and refers to the last day of the month stated. The cream can be kept for 6 months after opening.

How should Lactofem Moisturising Cream be stored?
Keep out of reach of children. Do not store below 2°C. In general, creams should be stored at room temperature and protected from direct sunlight.

Pack sizes of Lactofem Moisturising Cream

Tube with 5 g of cream (trial size without applicator). Tube with 25 g of cream with applicator. Tube with 50 g of cream with applicator. Not all pack sizes may be available in stores.

This information for use was last revised in September 2016.

Source: Information from the package leaflet
Status: 11/2019