Fentin
Fentin Products are primarily used for
About Fentin Products
Uses of Fentin Products
Fenticonazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections of vagina. It is used in fungal infections of vulva and vaginal (thrush).
Fentin Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Fentin is Erythema (skin redness).
How Fentin Products work
Fenticonazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Patient Concerns about Fentin Products
Frequently asked questions about Fentin Products
Frequently asked questions about Fenticonazole
Q. Is Fentin Vaginal Capsule an antibiotic or a steroid?
No, Fentin Vaginal Capsule is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to the imidazole class of antifungals. It is used to treat candidiasis (thrush) occurring in the vulva and vagina.
Q. Does Fentin Vaginal Capsule have any effect on contraceptives?
Yes, Fentin Vaginal Capsule can damage condoms and diaphragms (barrier method of contraception), thereby affecting their efficacy. Therefore, instead of using these, you can use alternative methods of contraception such as contraceptive pills.
Q. How should Fentin Vaginal Capsule be used?
Fentin Vaginal Capsule should be used strictly as per the doctor’s advice. The usual dose of Fentin Vaginal Capsule is one applicator full in the morning and one applicator full in the evening for 3 days. Your symptoms may disappear quickly, but it is important that you continue using the cream for 3 days. Consult your doctor in case you have any confusion regarding the medicine, if your condition worsens or if there is no improvement.
Q. How to store Fentin Vaginal Capsule?
Do not store Fentin Vaginal Capsule above 30°C. Store in the original container. Do not use the medicine after the expiry date shown on the outer packaging. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Q. Can Fentin Vaginal Capsule cause any problems?
Fentin Vaginal Capsule can cause certain side effects in some people. Using Fentin Vaginal Capsule may cause mild and transient rash or burning sensations that generally disappear rapidly. Additionally, using Fentin Vaginal Capsule for prolonged periods of time may make you allergic to it.
Q. Will the use of Fentin Vaginal Capsule affect my sex life?
Fentin Vaginal Capsule does not affect sex life. However, do not have vaginal intercourse as long as you are using Fentin Vaginal Capsule. Also, condoms and diaphragms may get damaged and may fail to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.
Q. What should I do if the infection comes back?
Fentin Vaginal Capsule can be used again if the candidal infection returns after 7 days. However, if the candidal infection recurs more than twice within six months, you should consult your doctor whether it is candidal infection or something else.
Q. What precautions are necessary while using Fentin Vaginal Capsule?
Do not start treatment with Fentin Vaginal Capsule during menstruation as the cream will be washed off with blood flow. The treatment should be finished before the onset of menstruation. Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicide or other vaginal products while using Fentin Vaginal Capsule.