Vaginal gel: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Vaginal gel

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

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This product is intended to help prevent bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections, and to moisturize.

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 Adults and children 12 years or over:  Wash hands before and after use.  Squeeze desired amount into applicator.  Insert applicator into vagina and inject cream.  Clean applicator after use and reuse.  Children under 12 years: ask a doctor

While you are taking it

 can be used in combination with other medications, please consult a healthcare professional  do not use tampons, douches, spermicides or other vaginal products
Condoms and diaphragms may be damaged and fail to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Talk to a doctor first if

 rash or allergic reaction develops  vaginal symptoms develop  you get a rash or hives, abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea or vomiting

Warnings

For vaginal use only. FemiClear may damage condoms and diaphragms and cause them to fail. FemiClear does not prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Practice safer sex by using a latex or polyurethane condom to reduce the risk of getting STIs. FemiClear does not eliminate the risk of infections.

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 rash or allergic reaction develops  vaginal symptoms develop  you get a rash or hives, abdominal pain, fever, chills, nausea or vomiting

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask a healthcare professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

Remind me to take it Full official label

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2025-10-20.

Brands around the world

Products with Vaginal gel as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Femiclear Infection Protection

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Orilẹ Amẹrika (FDA)

Metronidazole Vaginal GelMETRONIDAZOLE 7.5 mg/g · Gel · Aurobindo Pharma Limited

NDC 59651-703Label

Metronidazole Vaginal Gel, 0.75%METRONIDAZOLE 7.5 mg/g · Gel · Encube Ethicals, Inc.

NDC 21922-039Label

Metronidazole Vaginal GelMETRONIDAZOLE 65 mg/5g · Gel · Encube Ethicals, Inc.

NDC 21922-046Label

Nàìjíríà (NAFDAC)

NAFDACCrinone Vaginal Gel C4-1804 NAFDACFemidence Vaginal Gel A3-100752

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Gynazole-1, (Butoconazole Nitrate) Vaginal Cream USP, 2%, Net Wt 5.8 g per pre-filled applicator, packaged in 1 prefilled applicator per carton, Rx Only, Manufactured By Padagis, YU.S. FDA Class II

28 Sep 2023 · Padagis US LLC · OngoingIncorrect Product Formulation: Hydrophilic Colloidal Silica was used to manufacture the product rather than Hydrophobic Colloidal Silica as required by the manufacturing process.

Estriol 1mg/gm, Vaginal Cream, 60 gm tube, Qty: 1, Wedgewood Village Pharmacy LLC, 405 Heron Drive, Ste 200, Swedesboro, NJ 08085U.S. FDA Class II

10 Jun 2022 · Wedgewood Village Pharmacy, LLC · TerminatedLack of Processing Controls: Insanitary conditions observed during recent FDA Inspection

Estriol 1mg/gm, Vaginal Cream, 30 gm tube, Qty: 1, Wedgewood Village Pharmacy LLC, 405 Heron Drive, Ste 200, Swedesboro, NJ 08085U.S. FDA Class II

10 Jun 2022 · Wedgewood Village Pharmacy, LLC · TerminatedLack of Processing Controls: Insanitary conditions observed during recent FDA Inspection

Estriol Vaginal Cream (0.1%) 1 mg Cream 30 GM tubes, Rx, The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, Port Charlotte, FLU.S. FDA Class II

6 Apr 2020 · The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy · TerminatedLack of Processing Control

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Vaginal gel

What is Vaginal gel used for?

This product is intended to help prevent bacterial vaginosis (BV) and yeast infections, and to moisturize. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Vaginal gel?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says:  Adults and children 12 years or over:  Wash hands before and after use.  Squeeze desired amount into applicator.  Insert applicator into vagina and inject cream.  Clean applicator after use and reuse.  Children under 12 years: ask a doctor…

Do I need a prescription for Vaginal gel?

In many countries Vaginal gel is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Vaginal gel?

Vaginal gel is sold under names such as Femiclear Infection Protection. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Vaginal gel is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.