when there is a temporary or definitive contraindication to oral contraception or the IUD;
after childbirth, during breastfeeding or during pre-menopause;
when episodic contraception is desired;
during oral contraception, in case of forgetting or delay in taking a tablet: in this case, combine the two methods of contraception during the rest of the cycle.

In addition to local contraception by IUD (especially when taking certain drugs regularly, such as anti-inflammatory drugs).

PRESENTATION (S) AVAILABLE FOR PHARMATEX 18.9 MG

2 presentations are available for this medication:

PVC polyethylene heat-sealed film (s) of 10 ovule (s)
PVC polyethylene heat-sealed film (s) of 20 ovule (s)

FEATURE	DESCRIPTION
Pharmaceutical class	not communicated
Active substance (s)	for an egg: benzalkonium chloride (18.9 mg)
General medicine	no
Pharmaceutical form	ovum
Route (s) of administration	vaginal
Selling price	unregulated price
Social security reimbursement rate	0%
Laboratory (s)	Laboratory (s) manufacturer Pharmatex 18.9 mg
Conditions of issue	available without prescription

pharmatex ovule Dosage

Use an egg before each intercourse and at any time of the cycle.

pharmatex ovule Contraindications

Do not use PHARMATEX 18.9 mg, ovule:

In case of allergy to benzalkonium chloride.
This medication is generally not recommended, unless your doctor advises otherwise, in combination with medications used vaginally and soaps.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.

How To Take it ?

While lying down, place the egg at the bottom of the vagina 5 minutes before intercourse.
In the event of successive intercourse, place another ovum.
Protection is provided for 4 hours.
Immediately, after intercourse, only an external toilet, with pure water is possible.

how does it work?

Pharmacotherapeutic group: Contraceptive for local use (G: genitourinary system).

Benzalkonium chloride is both a spermicide and an antiseptic.
The active substance causes the membrane of the sperm to rupture. The destruction of the spermatozoon occurs in two stages: first destruction of the flagellum, then bursting of the head.
The effectiveness of the method varies according to the rigor of the observation of the recommendations and the precision of the dialogue preceding the prescription. There is no modification of the saprophytic flora: the Döderlein bacillus is respected.
Not being hormonal in nature, Pharmatex does not influence the menstrual cycle, libido, fertility.
According to experimental data, benzalkonium chloride also has antiseptic activity:
- in vitro: the product is active on a number of infectious agents responsible for sexually transmitted diseases, in particular: Neisseria gonorrhoeae , Chlamydia spp, Herpes simplex type 2, HIV, Trichomonas vaginalis, Staphylococcus aureus . On the other hand, the activity is zero on Mycoplasma spp and weak on Gardnerella vaginalis, Candida albicans, Haemophilus ducreyi and Treponema pallidum ;
- in vivo, there is evidence of a possible activity in the prevention of certain sexually transmitted diseases without any proof of this preventive action.

How To Store pharmatex ovule ?

Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.

Expiration date

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding + 25 ° C.

pharmatex ovule Side Effects

Adverse reactions reported since the marketing of PHARMATEX are presented below by system organ class and frequency using the following categories: very common (≥ 1/10), common (≥ 1/100 to <1/10), uncommon (≥ 1 / 1,000 to <1/100), rare (≥ 1 / 10,000 to <1 / 1,000), very rare (<1 / 10,000), frequency not known (not can be estimated from the available data).

Reproductive system and breast disease

Rare : itching, burning sensations or local irritation in one or both partners.

Immune system disorders

Frequency not known : possibility of allergy.

pharmatex ovule Interactions

IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE INTERACTIONS BETWEEN SEVERAL MEDICINES, in particular, drugs used by the vaginal route and soaps, ANY OTHER TREATMENT IN PROGRESS MUST BE SENIORIZED TO YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.
A compatibility study between the ovum and the latex carried out with various brands of condoms did not show any deterioration in the characteristics of the condoms tested.

Effects on ability to Drive and use machines

Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.

Warnings and Precautions

Precautions for use

Contraceptive effectiveness depends mainly on correct use.

It is necessary to respect the following conditions:

systematically place an egg at the bottom of the vagina before sex, regardless of the period of the cycle;
introduce the ovum in the supine position, which allows the best placement at the bottom of the vagina;
wait for the complete fusion of the ovum so that the active principle is completely released (5 minutes);
place another egg before the second intercourse in case of multiple intercourse;
refrain from washing or irrigating the vagina with soap before or after intercourse, because soapy water, even in traces, destroys the active principle. Only an external toilet, with pure water is possible;
due to the presence of benzalkonium chloride, discontinue treatment if a genital lesion occurs or worsens.

If vaginal treatment or the use of any other vaginal product is necessary, wait until the end of treatment to (re) start contraception with these eggs.

IN CASE OF DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK FOR THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.

PREGNANCY & BREAST-FEEDING & FERTILITY

Pregnancy

Clinically, epidemiological studies have not revealed any malformative effect linked to the accidental use of this spermicide at the start of pregnancy.

Feeding with milk

Possibility of passage of very small quantities in breast milk, without known harmful consequences. Breastfeeding is possible.

What happens if I overdose from pharmatex ovule ?

No case of overdose has been observed.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

There is a risk of pregnancy. In this case, emergency contraception can be used, it should be taken as soon as possible (see also section 6. Basic information on the menstrual cycle and contraception).

What happens if you stop taking pharmatex ovule ?

Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.

If you have further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What is Forms and Composition ?

SHAPES and PRESENTATIONS

Vaginal cream: Tube of 72 g, with or without applicator.
Ovule: Boxes of 10 and 20, in heat-sealed films.
Mini-ovule: Boxes of 10 and 20, in blisters.
Soft vaginal capsule: Box of 6, in a blister pack.
Vaginal tablet: Tube of 12 .

COMPOSITION

	*p ovum*
Benzalkonium chloride (DCI)	18.9 mg
(as 50% w / v aqueous solution: 37.8 mg).

Excipients: hydroxypropylcellulose, solid semi-synthetic glycerides (type Witepsol S51).

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