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In addition, tenofovir gel was shown to be safe as tested. [21] The results of the CAPRISA 004 trial provide statistically significant evidence that ARVs, topically applied to the vaginal mucosa, can offer protection against HIV and (potentially) other pathogens. During the study, 38 of the women who used the tenofovir gel acquired HIV and 60 ...
Condoms are highly effective in preventing the transmission of infection, but worldwide, the decision to use condoms is more often a decision made by males than females. [1] A vaginal microbicide which could prevent sexual transmission of infection would further empower women to influence the result of their sexual encounters. [1]
Intravaginal administration is a route of administration where the substance is applied inside the vagina. Pharmacologically, it has the potential advantage to result in effects primarily in the vagina or nearby structures (such as the vaginal portion of cervix) with limited systemic adverse effects compared to other routes of administration ...
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[15] [16] [17] The compound was being used as a vaginal antiseptic by the late 1800s. [18] Clinical studies of boric acid for treatment of vaginal infections began being published in the late 1900s and early 2000s. [5] Despite not being a pharmaceutical drug, boric acid is widely used by women in the management of vaginal infections.
Econazole in the form of creams and nail lacquers is often used to treat fungal skin and nail infections respectively. It can also be used to treat vaginal and vulval candidiasis by administering creams or pessaries vaginally. Some patients may experience skin reactions such as itchiness and redness after application.
Eye, ear or bladder infections; usually applied directly to the eye or inhaled into the lungs; rarely given by injection, although the use of intravenous colistin is experiencing a resurgence due to the emergence of multi drug resistant organisms. Kidney and nerve damage (when given by injection)
Nystatin may be used by mouth, in the vagina, or applied to the skin. [1] Common side effects when applied to the skin include burning, itching, and a rash. [1] Common side effects when taken by mouth include vomiting and diarrhea. [1] During pregnancy use in the vagina is safe while other formulations have not been studied in this group. [1]