Fentistat Vaginal Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat infections of the vagina. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Fentistat Vaginal Capsule

Fungal infections of vagina

Benefits of Fentistat Vaginal Capsule

In Fungal infections of vagina

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat infections caused by fungi in adults. It works by stopping the growth of fungi to relieve the symptoms you may have and clear the infection. This medicine provides relief from pain and itching and reduces discharge. Continue using the medicine for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back.

Side effects of Fentistat Vaginal Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fentistat

Erythema (skin redness)

How to use Fentistat Vaginal Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry your vaginal area. Lie on your back and gently insert the capsule into the vagina as high as possible with or without the use of an applicator as mentioned in the label.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule helps treat vaginal fungal infections. It reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge.
It is inserted into the vagina using an applicator, usually at night before going to bed.
Avoid contact with your eyes. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
It can damage condoms and diaphragms and make them ineffective at preventing pregnancy. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not get improved within 3 days of taking the medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Imidazole derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Patient concerns

Cervical erosion detected in pap smear test. Attached reports for reference

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Cervical erosion is caused due to infections of vagina. No need to worry

I am regularly using the cream cosmelite But now due to a fungal infection i have to use a antifungal cream fungicros So So i want to know whether i can apply the cream cosmelite after fungicros

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pls tell me which part of body have fungal infections

User feedback

Patients taking Fentistat Vaginal Capsule

Once A Day

72%

Once A Week

17%

Twice A Week

Twice A Day

FAQs

Q. Is Fentistat Vaginal Capsule an antibiotic or a steroid?

No, Fentistat Vaginal Capsule is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to the imidazole class of antifungals. It is used to treat candidiasis (thrush) occurring in the vulva and vagina.

Q. Does Fentistat Vaginal Capsule have any effect on contraceptives?

Yes, Fentistat Vaginal Capsule can damage condoms and diaphragms (barrier method of contraception), thereby affecting their efficacy. Therefore, instead of using these, you can use alternative methods of contraception such as contraceptive pills.

Q. How should Fentistat Vaginal Capsule be used?

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule should be used strictly as per the doctor’s advice. The usual dose of Fentistat Vaginal Capsule is one applicator full in the morning and one applicator full in the evening for 3 days. Your symptoms may disappear quickly, but it is important that you continue using the cream for 3 days. Consult your doctor in case you have any confusion regarding the medicine, if your condition worsens or if there is no improvement.

Q. How to store Fentistat Vaginal Capsule?

Do not store Fentistat Vaginal Capsule above 30°C. Store in the original container. Do not use the medicine after the expiry date shown on the outer packaging. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Q. Can Fentistat Vaginal Capsule cause any problems?

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule can cause certain side effects in some people. Using Fentistat Vaginal Capsule may cause mild and transient rash or burning sensations that generally disappear rapidly. Additionally, using Fentistat Vaginal Capsule for prolonged periods of time may make you allergic to it.

Q. Will the use of Fentistat Vaginal Capsule affect my sex life?

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule does not affect sex life. However, do not have vaginal intercourse as long as you are using Fentistat Vaginal Capsule. Also, condoms and diaphragms may get damaged and may fail to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.

Q. What should I do if the infection comes back?

Fentistat Vaginal Capsule can be used again if the candidal infection returns after 7 days. However, if the candidal infection recurs more than twice within six months, you should consult your doctor whether it is candidal infection or something else.

Q. What precautions are necessary while using Fentistat Vaginal Capsule?

Do not start treatment with Fentistat Vaginal Capsule during menstruation as the cream will be washed off with blood flow. The treatment should be finished before the onset of menstruation. Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicide or other vaginal products while using Fentistat Vaginal Capsule.

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References

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