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Gyno-Terazol Ovule

Manufactured byJohnson & Johnson
ContainsTerconazole
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Gyno-Terazol Ovule is an antifungal agent used for the treatment of fungal infections of the vagina and vulva. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Gyno-Terazol Ovule

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Gyno-Terazol Ovule

Burning sensation in the vagina

Fever

Chills

Itching or Irritation in the Vagina

Headache

Skin rash

Unusual tiredness or weakness

Missed menstrual periods

Uses of Gyno-Terazol Ovule

What is it prescribed for?

Vulvovaginal Candidiasis

This medicine is used for the treatment of fungal infections of the vagina and vulva caused by Candida species.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Terconazole or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

Vaginal irritation

This medicine may cause burning and irritation upon vaginal application. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve and the irritation persists.

Anaphylaxis

This medicine should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of anaphylactic reactions and toxic epidermal necrolysis. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Usage of protective sexual measures

This medicine is petroleum based which could damage the rubber or latex condoms and fail to prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STD's) or pregnancy.

Use in children

This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use this medicine as advised by your doctor. Do not use in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Follow all the instructions given in the patient information leaflet.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken at bedtime only

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine stops the production of a certain vital component of the fungal cell wall. This inhibits the growth of the fungus and eventually leads to its death.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Vaginal anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

[Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2019 [cited 17 October 2019]. Available from:

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/019579s035,019641s028,019964s030lbl.pdf

Terconazole Vaginal Cream, Vaginal Suppositories: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2018 [cited 6 December 2018]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a688022.html

Terconazole Vaginal Suppositories 80 mg [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [cited 17 October 2019]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=b4f50a11-bd39-4023-9145-2da60f6b085f&type=display

DailyMed - Terconazole - terconazole suppository [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [cited 17 October 2019]. Available from:

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=38cd1718-6b3c-415d-a17f-7b399adb0ba2

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