{"id":7893,"date":"2021-03-02T08:59:26","date_gmt":"2021-03-02T08:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=7893"},"modified":"2022-10-20T17:36:58","modified_gmt":"2022-10-20T17:36:58","slug":"ecovag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/ecovag\/","title":{"rendered":"Ecovag &#8211; Lactic Acid Bacteria Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p> vaginal capsules, hard&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/calmuril\/\">Lactic acid<\/a> bacteria (&nbsp;Lactobacillus&nbsp;gasseri and&nbsp;Lactobacillus&nbsp;rhamnosus)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Ecovag Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally used for imbalance in the vagina&#8217;s natural\u00a0bacterial flora.\u00a0The condition manifests as mild\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/dry-skin-and-itching\/\">itching<\/a>, burning, dryness or odor, and slightly increased discharge from the vagina.<br><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3CSAiWA\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ecovag.jpg\" alt=\"Ecovag\" class=\"wp-image-27488\" width=\"285\" height=\"285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ecovag.jpg 325w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ecovag-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Ecovag-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 285px) 100vw, 285px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To know Before Using Ecovag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecovag capsule how to use<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Ecovag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to&nbsp;<em>Lactobacillus&nbsp;gasseri,&nbsp;Lactobacillus&nbsp;rhamnose,s<\/em>&nbsp;or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Before starting treatment, you should have consulted a doctor to rule out the presence of any underlying&nbsp;infection&nbsp;or&nbsp;tumor.<\/li><li>In case of severe&nbsp;itching&nbsp;or <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a> or if the symptoms have not ceased after 6 days of treatment with <em>Ecovag capsules<\/em>, a doctor should be&nbsp;consulted&nbsp;as this may be a sign of illness that requires other treatment.&nbsp;Physicians should also be consulted for mixed or postmenopausal discharge.<\/li><li>A suspected sexually transmitted&nbsp;infection&nbsp;should be examined by a doctor.<\/li><li>In case of recurrent complaints, contact with a doctor is recommended.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Not recommended for children under 12 years.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Ecovag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of concomitant use of other drugs has not been studied.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When contacting a physician or other healthcare professional, remember to mention that you are using or have recently used this over-the-counter medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The potential effect of the drug on&nbsp;fertility&nbsp;has not been studied.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Use during pregnancy is not recommended.\u00a0<\/li><li>Ecovag can be used during breastfeeding.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ecovag capsules<\/strong> have no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and use machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Ecovag Capsule How To Use<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor advised.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For vaginal use only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults, the elderly, and adolescents over 12 years of age:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1\u00a0vaginal capsule\u00a0at bedtime for 6-8 days.\u00a0The vaginal capsule is applied deep into the vagina.\u00a0Wash your hands thoroughly before inserting the vaginal capsule into the <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/fungus-in-the-vagina\/\">vagina<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor if the symptoms worsen or if the symptoms do not go away within 6 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use For Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not recommended for children under 12 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Ecovag capsules Then You Should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much of the medicine or if, for example, a child has accidentally ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Ecovag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take Ecovag capsules, take them as soon as you remember.\u00a0If it is time for the next\u00a0dose, skip the missed\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.  Ecovag Capsules Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, <em>Ecovag capsules<\/em> can cause\u00a0side effects,\u00a0although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no known\u00a0side effects\u00a0of using Ecovag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the bottom of the aluminum tube after \u201cEXP\u201d.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>Do not use Ecovag capsules if there are visible signs on the package that it has been opened before you start using it.<\/li><li>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substances in 1&nbsp;vaginal capsule&nbsp;are: <em>Lactobacillus&nbsp;gasseri<\/em>&nbsp;minimum 10<sup>&nbsp;8<\/sup>&nbsp;CFU freeze-dried lactic acid bacteria Lactobacillus&nbsp;rhamnosus&nbsp;minimum 10&nbsp;8&nbsp;CFU freeze-dried lactic acid bacteria<br><\/li><li>Other ingredients are Lactitol monohydrate, corn starch, gelatin, xanthan gum,&nbsp;glucose&nbsp;(<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/advagraf\/\">anhydrous<\/a>), magnesium stearate, and titanium dioxide (E 171).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/prolapse\/\">Appearance<\/a>:<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaginal capsules are hard.\u00a0White gelatin capsule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><em>Pack sizes:<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>10&nbsp;vaginal capsules&nbsp;in a lacquered aluminum tube with polyethylene lid (drying capsule in the lid).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Axellus A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Industry 10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DK-2635 Ish\u00f8j<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel.&nbsp;0045 43 56 56 56<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orkla Care A \/ S<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vassinger\u00f8dvej 3-7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DK-3540 Lynge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicinal product is authorized under the European Economic Area under the names<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Denmark<\/td><td>Viva plus<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Poland<\/td><td>Ecovag<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>EcoVag\u00ae is a drug for; The prevention and cure of vaginal itching, odor, burning, dryness, and faintly increased discharge produced by an imbalanced normal microbial flora.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":27488,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"yes","footnotes":""},"categories":[2205,2200],"tags":[4778,4782,4780,4781,4773,4777,4775,4776,2213,4779,4774],"class_list":["post-7893","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-e","category-medicines","tag-ecovag","tag-ecovag-dose","tag-ecovag-side-effects","tag-ecovag-uses","tag-lactic-acid-bacteria","tag-lactic-acid-bacteria-dose","tag-lactic-acid-bacteria-side-effects","tag-lactic-acid-bacteria-uses","tag-medicines","tag-what-is-ecovag","tag-what-is-lactic-acid-bacteria"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7893","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7893"}],"version-history":[{"count":35,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7893\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27490,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7893\/revisions\/27490"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27488"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7893"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7893"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7893"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}