Boric Acid Topical Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 12, 2020.
Applies to the following strengths: 5%; 10%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis
Hylafem(R):
Acute infection: 1 capsule insert vaginally using an applicator once a day for 3 days
Chronic infection: 1 capsule insert vaginally using an applicator once a day for 6 days
Uses:
-Treatment of vaginal infection
-Rebalance vaginal pH and restore normal health
-Help relieve internal and external vaginal burning, itching, and irritation
-Help reduce foul odor due to vaginal infection
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
US BOXED WARNING(S):
-For vaginal use only
-Use as directed by a physician
-Do not take orally
-Keep out of reach of children
-If accidentally swallowed, seek medical help or contact poison control immediately
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
-Pregnancy
-Nursing
-Immunocompromised patients
-Open wounds, vaginal bleeding, sores, ulceration, nausea, fever or chills, sensitivity in lower pelvis or abdomen, sexually transmitted disease, pelvic inflammatory disease
-Other health problems such as hypertension or blood vessel disease
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Further information
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