

Contraceptive local (spermicidal) agent, also has an antiseptic, antifungal, antiprotozoal effect; inactivates the Herpes simplex virus. It shows bactericidal activity against staphylococci, streptococci, gram-negative bacteria (intestinal and pseudomonas bacilli, gonococci, Proteus, Klebsiella and others), anaerobic bacteria, fungi and molds. It acts on bacteria strains resistant to antibiotics and other chemotherapeutic drugs; suppresses plasma coagulase and staphylococcal hyaluronidase. The spermicidal effect is due to the ability to damage the sperm membranes (at the beginning of the flagella, then the head), which makes it impossible to fertilize the damaged spermatozoon. The effect develops 5 minutes after the introduction of the vaginal suppository. It is active in the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis). It does not affect the normal microflora of the vagina (including the Doderlein wand) and the hormonal cycle.
Local contraception for women of reproductive age (the presence of contraindications to oral contraceptives or intrauterine contraception; the postpartum period, the lactation period; the period after the termination of pregnancy; the premenopausal period; the need for episodic protection from pregnancy; skipping or late intake of constantly used oral contraceptives).
Active ingredient: myristinium chloride (benzalkonium chloride C14) - 18.9 mg.
Benzalkonium chloride is marketed under different brands and generic names, and comes in different dosage forms:
Brand name | Manufacturer | Country | Dosage form |
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Benatex | Nizhpharm | Russia | suppositories |
Pharmatex® | Innotech International | France | vaginal capsules |
Pharmatex® | Innotech International | France | cream |
Pharmatex® | Innotech International | France | suppositories |
Pharmatex® | Innotech International | France | pills |
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Pre-freeing the suppository from the contour packaging, it is inserted deep into the vagina in a supine position 5 minutes before sexual intercourse; duration of action - 4 hours. Single dose: 1 suppository is designed for 1 sexual intercourse. Be sure to introduce a new vaginal suppository in the case of repeated sexual acts. Frequency of use is limited by the individual tolerance of the active substance and the frequency of sexual acts.
Allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, itching and burning in the vagina and / or the penis of the partner, painful urination.
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, colpitis, ulceration and irritation of the mucous membrane of the vagina and uterus.
To increase the effectiveness, it is necessary to carefully observe the method of use of the drug. May be used in conjunction with the vaginal diaphragm or intrauterine contraception. After intercourse, intravaginal use of hygienic products is not recommended (douching with soapy water, since soap destroys the active substance of the drug) in order to avoid loss of the contraceptive effect; possible external toilet genitals. Influence on ability to drive vehicles and work with mechanisms There is no evidence of a negative effect of the drug on the ability to drive vehicles and other mechanisms.
Studies and clinical trials of Benzalkonium chloride (Click to expand)