Vagifem provides controlled, consistent dosing, and results in only minimal systemic absorption. And Vagifem has a proven track record. It is available in 50 countries around the world and is the number one treatment of choice for atrophic vaginitis in markets such as Australia, Denmark, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Pharmacia Corporation acquired U.S. marketing rights for Vagifem in January 2000 under a licensing agreement with Novo Nordisk.

How to use Vagifem

Vagifem should be inserted into the vagina.

These modified release pessaries are for vaginal use only and must not be swallowed.

Dosage

Your doctor will prescribe a dose suitable for you.

When to start

Treatment may start at any suitable time on any convenient day.

When to stop

Your doctor will tell you for how long you should use Vagifem.

Remember it might take up to two weeks for Vagifem to work.

The usual dose of Vagifem is: Starting dose: 1 modified release pessary daily for two weeks.

After two weeks: 1 modified release pessary twice a week allowing three to four days between doses. eg Monday and Friday.

Practical points

Vagifem treatment should not affect your normal hygiene routine or lifestyle.

Vagifem should not be used in children, males, in pregnancy or during breastfeeding.

Interactions with other medicines: Vagifem contains a very small amount of hormone which should not interact with other medicines you may be using.