GINETANTUM*VAG SOL 5FL 140ML

GINETANTUM 0.1% vaginal solution
Benzydamine hydrochloride

What it is and what it is used for
Ginetantum contains the active ingredient benzydamine hydrochloride, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Ginetantum is used for:
• the local treatment of inflammation of the vulva and vagina (e.g., vulvovaginitis) of any origin and nature, characterized by small vaginal discharge, itching, irritation, burning, and pain,
• intimate hygiene in the postpartum period (puerperium).

If you do not observe appreciable results after 7 days of treatment, consult your doctor.

What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not take Ginetantum
- if you are allergic to benzydamine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in paragraph 6);
- if you are allergic to substances similar to benzydamine.

Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking Ginetantum.
In case of vaginal bleeding and/or whitish discharge from the vagina (leukorrhea), do not use Ginetantum without first consulting your doctor.

The use of Ginetantum, especially if prolonged, could lead to sensitization phenomena (allergic reactions). In this case, stop the treatment and consult your doctor to start an appropriate therapy (see paragraph 4 "Possible side effects").

Ginetantum should only be used for vaginal douches and should not be swallowed (see paragraph "If you take more Ginetantum than you should").

Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

During the use of Ginetantum, skin irritation may occasionally be observed, especially with prolonged use. In this case, consult your doctor immediately.

Reporting side effects
If you get any side effects, including those not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.