Name
Gyno-Canesten single dose 500 mg
soft capsule
vaginal
clotrimazole


What it is and what it is used for
The active ingredient of Gyno-Canesten monodose is clotrimazole, which belongs to the group of imidazoles. It has a broad-spectrum effect against fungi, that is, it destroys them and inhibits their growth. It is also effective against microorganisms such as dermatophytes, yeasts and molds.

Gyno-Canesten monodose is used to treat infections of the vagina and external female genitalia caused by microorganisms sensitive to clotrimazole . Infections are usually caused by Candida, a yeast-type fungus. Symptoms include itching, burning, thick, white to yellow, odorless vaginal discharge (similar to cottage cheese), redness, swelling, and soreness.

This medicine is indicated for adults and adolescents aged 16 years and over.


What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use Gyno-Canesten single dose:
• if you are allergic to clotrimazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).


Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor before using Gyno-Canesten single dose if: • it is the first time you have had a vaginal infection;
• has a vaginal infection during the first trimester of pregnancy;
• has recurrent infections, i.e., more than two infections during the previous six months;
• has a fever of 38°C or higher;
• has lower abdominal pain, back pain;
• has smelly vaginal discharge;
• has nausea;
• has vaginal bleeding and/or shoulder pain at the same time.

Gyno-Canesten single-dose soft vaginal capsule is not recommended during menstruation. Treatment should be terminated before the onset of menstruation.

Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicides or other products intended for vaginal use in conjunction with Gyno-Canesten single-dose.

While using this medicine, avoid sexual intercourse, because the infection could be transmitted to your partner.

If your partner also has symptoms of a yeast infection, he or she should be treated at the same time. Treating your partner can help prevent reinfection.

The contraceptive properties of latex contraceptives such as condoms and diaphragms may be reduced.

Do not swallow Gyno-Canesten single dose.


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

Side effects may occur with the following frequencies:
Common, can affect 1 in 10 people:
• burning

Uncommon, may affect 1 in 100 people:
• abdominal pain
• itching
• skin redness/irritation

Rare, may affect 1 in 1000 people:
• allergic reactions
• swelling
• skin rash
• vaginal bleeding

Frequency not known, based on available data
• vaginal exfoliation
• vaginal discomfort
• vaginal pain
• nausea
• urticaria
• vaginal discharge
• pain

Stop treatment if you experience localized side effects or allergic reactions (including anaphylactic reactions, angioedema (swelling), low blood pressure, shortness of breath and/or fainting).

Local reactions may be similar to the symptoms of the disease. Therefore, it can sometimes be difficult to distinguish the symptoms of the infection from the side effects caused by the medicine.

Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. 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.