What are Flarin 200mg Capsules?

Flarin Capsules are used for the relief from rheumatic or muscular pain, also for the relief of pain of non-serious arthritic conditions (caused by swelling, stiffness and inflammation of joints), joint pain, back pain, neuralgia (sharp pain along nerves), migraine, headache, dental pain, period pain, feverishness, cold and flu symptoms.

This medicine contains ibuprofen, which belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

How to take Flarin 200mg Capsules

Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Take one or two capsules (200 mg – 400 mg), up to three times a day as required.

Leave at least 4 hours between doses and do not take more than 1200 mg (6 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

This medicine is intended for short-term use only. You should take the lowest dose for the shortest time necessary to relieve your symptoms.

If you over 18 years of age, do not take this medicine for longer than 10 days unless your doctor tells you to.

If you are aged between 12 and 18 years and this medicinal product is required for more than 3 days, or if symptoms worsen you should contact your doctor.

What do Flarin 200mg Capsules contain?

The active ingredient is: ibuprofen 200 mg.

What is Eumovate Eczema and Dermatitis Cream 0.05%?

Eumovate is used for the short-term treatment and control of patches of red, itchy skin caused by eczema and dermatitis. The cream stops the skin’s over-reaction to the triggers that cause skin flare-ups, such as eczema or dermatitis. The active ingredient is clobetasone butyrate, a topical corticosteroid to control skin inflammation. The cream base also has moisturising properties.

When can I use Eumovate Cream?

Eumovate cream contains a steroid that reduces inflammation and flare-ups of psoriasis or eczema, often associated with swelling, itching, redness and irritation.

What is eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis?

Eczema is a dry skin condition which makes skin feel itchy, dry and irritated. Dermatitis is a sort of inflammation triggered when the skin comes in contact with something irritable, like harsh additives or disinfectants. Psoriasis is characterised by flaky, red skin patches covered in silver scales, which may be sore and itchy. Flare-ups of eczema and psoriasis may involve:

• Dry skin
• Redness
• Itching
• Blisters
• Cracked skin
• Inflammation

Managing eczema and dermatitis

Skin specialist advice - Skin specialists often advise people with eczema or dermatitis to use emollient (moisturising) skin products, including creams and bath oils, to keep moisture in the skin. This can make your skin more resistant to flare-ups. Avoid using soap and heavily scented products.

If a rash comes back - Sometimes people with dermatitis find their rash soon comes back after treatment or never disappears completely. This is often because they are still in contact with their trigger, i.e. what causes the reaction.

Common triggers of eczema and dermatitis include:

• Jewellery, including earrings or studs (especially gold-plated earrings)
• Coins
• Watch buckles, metal straps or the metal back of a watch
• Metal studs or fastenings on jeans, bras or underwear.

All of these have a metal in them called nickel, which is a very common trigger. If you react badly to nickel, all of the triggers in the list could be a problem. So, if you’ve reacted badly to one of the common triggers, you’ll need to watch out for the other common triggers. 

 Other common triggers of eczema and dermatitis include:

• In the home: such as plasters, furniture polish, varnishes, rubber gloves or elastic in clothes
• In substances you use at work, such as glues, oils, lubricants or cement
• In the garden: certain plants and weeds, gardening gloves.

How to use Eumovate Cream

• Adults and children 12 years and over: Use the cream once or twice daily for up to 7 days.
• Wash and dry your hands.
• Squeeze out the correct amount of cream onto your index finger.
• Half a fingertip will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.
• Gently rub cream into the skin you are treating once or twice a day.
• Wash your hands again (unless it is your hands you are treating).

How much Eumovate Cream to use

• Squeeze out the cream along the top of your index finger
• Squeeze the cream halfway to your fingertip from the crease in your finger. This will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.
• Use the fingertip unit as a guide. For smaller areas, use a smaller amount. This cream is not meant to treat large areas.
• If you use too much of the cream by mistake, don’t worry – but try to keep to the fingertip unit.
• Half a fingertip will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand.

Important information about Eumovate

Eumovate contains a moderate steroid and should only be used for short-term use (maximum one week). Thin layers of Eumovate must be applied, as steroids thin the skin. Eumovate cannot be applied to infected, oozing skin or open wounds. If the condition does not improve or worsens after using Eumovate, then treatment should be discontinued, and you should consult your doctor. Eumovate must not be applied to the genital or facial regions.

What is Fluconazole Fungal Infection Capsule?

This medicine contains Fluconazole, which belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. These act to treat infections caused by fungi.

The medicine can be used to treat thrush (vaginal candidiasis). It may also be used by the woman’s sexual partner to treat associated penile thrush (candidal balanitis).

Thrush is a common infection caused by a yeast (or fungus), which may live harmlessly in the vagina without you even noticing it.

However, in certain circumstances, it may develop into an infection in the vagina and symptoms may spread to the surrounding area. The symptoms may include one or more of the following:

• Itching of the vagina and surrounding area (the vulva)
• Redness and swelling of the tissues of the vagina and vulva
• Soreness of the vagina and vulva
• White non-smelling discharge from the vagina

Thrush may be aggravated by sexual intercourse, but it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, sometimes thrush can be passed to your partner through sexual intercourse.

If your partner has penile thrush, he may have one or more of the following symptoms:

• Soreness and redness of the penis
• Tightness of the foreskin
• A white non-smelling penile discharge

What is the recommended dosage for Fluconazole?

• Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not take the capsule.
• Adults aged 16 to 60 years: Take one capsule once only.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water.
• Do not give to children under 16 years, or take if you are an adult of 61 years or older unless your doctor tells you to.
• Do not take more than the amount recommended above.
• If symptoms do not go away within seven days, talk to your doctor.
• If your symptoms worsen at any time, talk to your doctor.
• If symptoms clear up but then return after seven days, you can take another capsule, unless you had an allergic reaction the first time.

What is in this medicine

The capsule contains Fluconazole 150 mg which is the active ingredient.

What are Paracetamol Tablets?

Paracetamol is a pain reliever (analgesic) which helps reduce your temperature when you have a fever.

These tablets are for the relief of mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, toothache, nerve pain, sore throat and period pains. They are also for the symptomatic relief of sprains and strains, rheumatic pains, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, muscular aches and pains, joint swelling and stiffness, flu, feverishness and feverish colds.

How to take Paracetamol Tablets

Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children over 16 years:

• 2 capsules to be taken every 4 to 6 hours as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (8 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

Children aged 12 to 15 years:

• 1 capsule to be taken every 4 to 6 hours, as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (4 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

What do Paracetamol Tablets contain

Each tablet contains the active ingredient: paracetamol 500 mg.

What is Replens?

Replens gel is a vaginal moisturiser used to relieve vaginal dryness immediately and alleviate vaginal itching, burning and pain, and also replenishes vaginal moisture. The gel is free from oestrogens, hormones and fragrances vaginal use, as it does not cause skin irritation or sensitivity. The unique formula of Replens gel allows it to provide relief for up to three days of long-lasting comfort in one application.

Vaginal dryness is common for various reasons, including;

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  
• Menopause
• Stress, anxiety or neurological factors
• Radiotherapy or chemotherapy

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a prevalent condition that affects many women, including itching, irritation, discomfort, and painful sex.

How do I use Replens Vaginal Moisturiser?

Apply once every 3 days, preferably in the morning. Applied Internally just 3 times a week, Replens provides continuous moisture and comfort.

Note: If symptoms worsen, do not improve or new symptoms develop after using Replens gel then discontinue using the gel and consult your doctor.

What is Canesten Thrush External Cream

Canesten Thrush External Cream relieves irritation of the vulva (vulvitis) which is caused by vaginal thrush (candidiasis).

Although this cream provides relief from the external irritation caused by vaginal thrush, it cannot treat any internal (vaginal) cause of the infection. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend a treatment for this.

Only use this product if you have been previously diagnosed by your doctor as having vaginal thrush.

Some women suffer from recurrent attacks of thrush. To reduce the frequency of these attacks, the sexual partner’s penis can be treated with this cream to prevent re-infection, even if they have no symptoms of thrush.

The active substance in Canesten Thrush External Cream is clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called azoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of infections such as vaginal thrush.

Information about vaginal thrush

Vaginal thrush (candidiasis) is a common infection that most women suffer from at some time in their lives and is not caused by lack of personal hygiene.

Thrush is caused by a yeast (fungus) called Candida which lives harmlessly in the vagina and other parts of the body, without you even noticing it. However, the natural balance that keeps Candida under control can be upset by many factors such as hormonal changes (menstruation, contraceptive pill, pregnancy, menopause), poor health, antibiotics, perfumed soaps, bath additives and tight clothing.

If the natural pH balance is altered, the level of yeast increases and can develop into a thrush infection-causing any of the following symptoms: persistent burning and/or itching around the vagina and vulva, redness, swelling and soreness of the tissues of the vagina and vulva and a whitish, odourless discharge from the vagina. Not everybody who has thrush has all these symptoms; you may have only one of them.

How to avoid future recurrences of thrush

✓ Wear cotton knickers and loose clothing.

✓ Wash daily.

✓ After going to the toilet, wipe yourself from the front to back as a thrush infection may be transferred from the bowel.

✓ Change your sanitary protection regularly.

✗ Try to avoid wearing tights, nylon knickers and close-fitting jeans.

✗ Try to avoid washing with perfumed soaps or using vaginal deodorants.

✗ Do not wash or rub yourself hard with sponges or flannels and avoid hot baths with strong perfumed oils

If you are still worried or have any questions about the symptoms or the treatment of thrush, do not hesitate to ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

How to use Canesten Thrush External Cream

Women:

If Canesten Thrush External Cream has been prescribed for you by your doctor, follow any instructions he/she may have given you. If you purchased this product without a prescription, follow these directions closely:

• Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
• To treat the itching and soreness of the vulva (vulvitis), the cream should be thinly and evenly applied to the area around the entrance of the vagina, 2 or 3 times a day and smoothed in gently. A product to treat the internal (vaginal) infection should be used at the same time.

Treatment should be continued until symptoms of the infections disappear. Consult your doctor if the symptoms of your infection do not improve within seven days of finishing treatment for the internal infection.

Treating your sexual partner:

• If your sexual partner is treated with this cream, the cream should be applied to the end of the penis 2 or 3 times a day for up to two weeks.

What does Canesten Thrush External Cream contain?

The active substance is clotrimazole at a strength of 2% w/w.

The other ingredients are benzyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, sorbitan stearate, cetyl palmitate, cetostearyl alcohol, octyldodecanol and purified water.

What are Kwells Travel Sickness Tablets?

Kwells 300 microgram tablets are used for the fast and effective prevention and control of travel sickness. Travel sickness happens when the brain receives mixed messages. Visual messages from the eyes info form the brain that the immediate surroundings are stationary, but a delicate balancing organ in the ear tells the brain that you are moving. This conflicting information triggers nausea we associate with travel sickness.

The active substance in Kwells tablets is hyoscine hydrobromide. Hyoscine hydrobromide temporarily reduces the effect of movement on the balance organs of the inner ear and the nerves responsible for nausea.

Because Kwells tablets melt in the mouth, absorption into the bloodstream is very rapid and they can be taken up to 20–30 minutes before re travelling or at the onset of sickness.

How to help avoid travel sickness

• Sit with the head tilted back to stabilise the balancing mechanism in the ear. 
• Ensure the vehicle you are in is well ventilated.     
• Try to have a clear view of the window.
• Have a bite to eat before the journey to help keep the stomach settled, but avoid greasy food.
• If you travel by car, take regular breaks for exercise,  fresh air and refreshments. 
• In an aeroplane, you can ease the pressure on your ears by sucking a boiled sweet during take off and landing.
• Avoid strong smelling food, smoke, perfume, or petrol fumes.

How to take Kwells Travel Sickness Tablets

The tablets can be sucked, chewed or swallowed. They have a scoreline so they can be halved if necessary. The tablets can be taken up to 30 minutes before travelling to prevent travel sickness or at the onset of nausea.

• Adults: Take one tablet every 6 hours, as required. Do not take this medicine more than 3 times in 24 hours.
• Children over 10 years: Give your child half or one tablet every 6 hours, as required. Do not give your child this medicine more than 3 times in 24 hours.

What do Kwells Travel Sickness Tablets contain

The active substance is hyoscine hydrobromide at a strength of 300 micrograms.

What is Seven Seas JointCare Supplex and Turmeric?

Seven Seas JointCare Supplex and Turmeric are a duo of supplements which have been specially formulated to top up your normal levels of vitamins and minerals to keep you as well as your joints healthy. The Turmeric tablets and capsules have been combined with vitamin nutritional supplements which include significant ingredients like Vitamin C, D and manganese, which provide a wealth of benefits to aid your joints and to help maintain an active lifestyle.

• Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones and cartilage
• Vitamin D to help maintain normal bones and muscle function
• Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue

Benefits of taking Seven Seas JointCare Supplex and Turmeric

Joints - Vitamin C supports collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage and bones

Bones - Vitamin D is needed to help maintain normal bones

Muscles - Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function

How to use Seven Seas JointCare Supplex and Turmeric

Take one capsule and one tablet a day with a cold drink. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Contains active ingredients that work with your body over time; you may need to take for up to three months, before experiencing full benefits.

What do Seven Seas JointCare Supplex and Turmeric contain

Tablet: Bulking Agents: Calcium Carbonate, Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Turmeric Extract (from Curcuma Longa L. Root), Coating (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, Glycerol, Talc), Anticaking Agents: Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate

Capsule: Fish Oil Concentrate (Triomega®), Glucosamine Sulphate 2KCl (Crab (Crustacean)), Capsule Shell (Gelatin, Glycerol, Sorbitol Syrup, Colours: Iron Oxide, Carmine Red), Palm Oil, Emulsifiers: Beeswax, Sunflower Lecithin, Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Calcium Ascorbate, Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Manganese Sulphate, Vitamin D Prep. (Fractionated Vegetable Oil, Cholecalciferol, DL Alpha Tocopherol)

What is Curanail 5% Medicated Nail Laquer

Curanail contains the active substance amorolfine. This belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. 

Curanail is used to treat mild fungal nail infections in adults aged 18 years and over. 

It should only be used if: 

• you have 1 or 2 nails affected
• the upper half or sides of the nail are affected. 

Amorolfine kills a wide variety of fungi that can cause nail infections. Fungal nail infections can look very different, your nails could be discoloured (white, yellow or brown), thick or brittle.

How to use Curanail 5% Medicated Nail Laquer

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet. 

Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. 

Keeping a record

Before you start using the medicine you should keep a record of how your nail looks:

• Shade the area affected by the infection to assess your progress. 
• If you have 2 nails affected, just do this for your worst nail. 
• Every 3 months, shade the area affected in the next diagram. 
• Do this until the infected nail has completely grown out. 

This will help you remember how your nail looked so you can see your progress. 

How long to use Curanail

• You need to use the medicine once a week until the infection has cleared and healthy nails have grown back. 
• This usually takes 6 months for fingernails and 9 to 12 months for toenails. 
• You will see a healthy nail growing as the infected nail grows out. 
• Nails grow slowly so it may take 2 or 3 months before you start to see an improvement. 

After every 3 months of treatment:

• If the infection has improved, continue the treatment. 
• If the infection is the same or worse talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Safe use of Curanail

• If you get the medicine in your eyes or ears wash it out with water and talk to your doctor or pharmacist or go to the nearest hospital straight away. 
• Do not let the medicine come into contact with your mouth or nostrils (or other mucous membranes). 
• Do not inhale the medicine. 
• Do not let anyone else use the files from your kit -this will stop the spread of infection. 
• If you need to use chemicals such as paint thinners or white spirit when you have applied the medicine to your fingernails, wear rubber or other waterproof (impermeable) gloves. This will protect the medicine on your nails.

Step 1: Prepare the nail

Using a new file, gently file down the infected areas of the nail, including the nail surface. Protect any healthy nails while you are doing this so that you don't spread the infection.

CAUTION: Do not use the same nail file for infected nails and healthy nails, as this could spread the infection as well. To prevent the spread of infection take care that no one else uses the files from your kit.

Step 2: Clean the nail

Use one of the swabs provided to clean the nail surface. Do not throw the swab away as you will need it later to clean the applicator.

Step 3: Treat the nail

Dip one of the re-usable applicators into the bottle of nail lacquer. The lacquer must not be wiped off on the edge of the bottle before it is applied. Apply the nail lacquer evenly over the entire surface of the nail. Let the treated nail(s) dry for approximately 3 minutes.

What does Curanail 5% Medicated Nail Laquer contain?

Contains 5% w/v amorolfine. Also contains Ammenio methacrylate copolymer A, triacetin, Butyl acetate, ethyl acetate and ethanol

What are Olbas Oil Menthol Pastilles

These soothing pastilles are packed full of essential oils plus menthol to help maintain nasal flow. With a packet in your pocket, you’re ready with the slow-release natural vapours anytime, anywhere.

• Gluten-free
• Suitable for vegetarians

How to take Olbas Oil Menthol Pastilles

Dissolve one pastille slowly in the mouth when required. Do not take more than eight pastilles in 24 hours. It is not recommended for children under seven years old.

What do Olbas Oil Menthol Pastilles contain

Sugar, Modified Starch (Tapioca, Maize), Glucose Syrup (contains Sulphites), Eucalyptus Oil, Peppermint Oil, Menthol, Juniperberry Oil, Colour E141 (Chlorophylls), Clove Oil.

What is Nutrissential Vitamin D3

Vitamin D3 is produced by your skin naturally when exposed to sunlight - UVB radiation. Our Vitamin D3 tablets are the same form your skin produces naturally when exposed to the sun. Our extra high-strength Vitamin D3 is ideal for people who need to boost their vitamin D levels. Our micro-tablets are easy to swallow, at only 8mm round.An essential nutrient. 

Vitamin D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body, helps your immune system defend against infection and promotes calcium absorption to maintain strong bones and teeth. 

The UK Government advises everyone to consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter. We provide a full-year supply in 1 bottle. Take one a day for a convenient way to supplement your vitamin D intake.

• Suitable for vegetarians.
• Halal and Kosher.
• No artificial flavours.
• Easy to swallow.

How to take Nutrissential Vitamin D3

Adults: One tablet to be taken daily with food and water.

• Food supplements must not be used to replace a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
• If you are pregnant, breast-feeding, taking prescription medication or under medical supervision, please consult a doctor or healthcare professional before taking any supplements.
• Discontinue use and consult your doctor if adverse reactions occur.
• Do not exceed the recommended intake.

What does Nutrissential Vitamin D3 contain

Bulking Agents (Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate), Cholecalciferol, Anti-Caking Agent (Silicon Dioxide).

Natural Vaginal Moisturiser

YES VM contains no Glycerine, no Propylene glycol, no Aspartame, no Parabens, no unpronounceable preservatives (like Diazolidinyl urea or Triethanoloamine or Imidazolidinyl urea) or Polyquaternium.

YES VM natural Vaginal Moisturiser is:

• Guaranteed pure and natural by its certified organic status
  
• Designed to be side effect free and deliver outstanding rehydration
• Innovative formulation with natural and organic ingredients
• Hypoallergenic: formulated to minimise the risk of allergies

Why is Osmolality significant?

We mentioned Osmolality. A vaginal moisturiser is in contact with sensitive and dry tissues for much longer than an intimate lubricant, so it is even more important that the vaginal moisturiser is designed to release water where needed and to be formulated from gentle ingredients. YES VM has been designed to match these vulnerable tissues in two ways. Firstly the pH is balanced to match typical vaginal pH (moderately acidic at pH3.7-4.5), and secondly, the strength and concentration of the ingredients used in YES VM also match these tissues. This ingredients’ strength or density is called Osmolality. YES VM is iso-osmotic to vaginal muscles, this means that it will rehydrate tissues that need it, but will not pull or push water into the tissues, unlike intense hypo or strongly hyperosmotic moisturisers, so minimising any chance of tissue damage.

How does YES VM work?

YES VM lubricates the vaginal area, the natural hydrocolloids (gums) are bio-adhesive, they gently hold on to the dry walls of the vagina and release water, where needed, rehydrating dry mucosa. When used regularly, YES VM will restore the natural protective acidity of the vagina.

Directions for using YES VM

Each carton or pack of YES VM contains a leaflet with detailed instructions for use. To summarise:

• The pre-filled applicators deliver the right amount of YES VM to where it is needed. Discreetly and hygienically.
  
• The 100ml tube of YES VM does not have an applicator; it is used for finger application to the outer and inner intimate areas. Many women experience dryness not just internally.
• For best results apply regularly. This may be daily initially, and then after a week or so, every third day. YES VM is safe to use daily or as often as is needed for comfort.
• The frequency of reapplication depends on the severity of dryness. The natural and pure ingredients in YES VM mean you can apply as much as you need to feel comfortable, with no dosage concerns. YES VM is hormone-free.

What is Replens?

Replens gel is a vaginal moisturiser used to relieve vaginal dryness immediately and alleviate vaginal itching, burning and pain, and also replenishes vaginal moisture. The gel is free from oestrogens, hormones and fragrances vaginal use, as it does not cause skin irritation or sensitivity. The unique formula of Replens gel allows it to provide relief for up to three days of long-lasting comfort in one application.

Vaginal dryness is common for various reasons, including;

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  
• Menopause
• Stress, anxiety or neurological factors
• Radiotherapy or chemotherapy

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a prevalent condition that affects many women, including itching, irritation, discomfort, and painful sex.

How do I use Replens Vaginal Moisturiser?

Apply once every 3 days, preferably in the morning. Applied Internally just 3 times a week, Replens provides continuous moisture and comfort.

Note: If symptoms worsen, do not improve or new symptoms develop after using Replens gel then discontinue using the gel and consult your doctor.

What is Replens?

Replens gel is a vaginal moisturiser used to relieve vaginal dryness immediately and alleviate vaginal itching, burning and pain, and also replenishes vaginal moisture. The gel is free from oestrogens, hormones and fragrances vaginal use, as it does not cause skin irritation or sensitivity. The unique formula of Replens gel allows it to provide relief for up to three days of long-lasting comfort in one application.

Vaginal dryness is common for various reasons, including;

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Menopause
• Stress, anxiety or neurological factors
• Radiotherapy or chemotherapy

Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is a prevalent condition that affects many women, including itching, irritation, discomfort, and painful sex.

How do I use Replens Vaginal Moisturiser?

The gel includes a reusable applicator, to apply the gel gently into the vagina, every three days. To use, simply attach the tube to the applicator. Gently squeeze the tube to fill the applicator with the gel. Then gently insert the applicator into the vagina, hold it steady and slowly press the plunger to apply the gel.

Note: If symptoms worsen, do not improve or new symptoms develop after using Replens gel then discontinue using the gel and consult your doctor.

Natural Vaginal Moisturiser

YES VM contains no Glycerine, no Propylene glycol, no Aspartame, no Parabens, no unpronounceable preservatives (like Diazolidinyl urea or Triethanoloamine or Imidazolidinyl urea) or Polyquaternium.

YES VM natural Vaginal Moisturiser is:

• Guaranteed pure and natural by its certified organic status
  
• Designed to be side effect free and deliver outstanding rehydration
• Innovative formulation with natural and organic ingredients
• Hypoallergenic: formulated to minimise the risk of allergies

Why is Osmolality significant?

We mentioned Osmolality. A vaginal moisturiser is in contact with sensitive and dry tissues for much longer than an intimate lubricant, so it is even more important that the vaginal moisturiser is designed to release water where needed and to be formulated from gentle ingredients. YES VM has been designed to match these vulnerable tissues in two ways. Firstly the pH is balanced to match typical vaginal pH (moderately acidic at pH3.7-4.5), and secondly, the strength and concentration of the ingredients used in YES VM also match these tissues. This ingredients’ strength or density is called Osmolality. YES VM is iso-osmotic to vaginal muscles, this means that it will rehydrate tissues that need it, but will not pull or push water into the tissues, unlike intense hypo or strongly hyperosmotic moisturisers, so minimising any chance of tissue damage.

How does YES VM work?

YES VM lubricates the vaginal area, the natural hydrocolloids (gums) are bio-adhesive, they gently hold on to the dry walls of the vagina and release water, where needed, rehydrating dry mucosa. When used regularly, YES VM will restore the natural protective acidity of the vagina.

Directions for using YES VM

Each carton or pack of YES VM contains a leaflet with detailed instructions for use. To summarise:

• The pre-filled applicators deliver the right amount of YES VM to where it is needed. Discreetly and hygienically.
  
• The 100ml tube of YES VM does not have an applicator; it is used for finger application to the outer and inner intimate areas. Many women experience dryness not just internally.
• For best results apply regularly. This may be daily initially, and then after a week or so, every third day. YES VM is safe to use daily or as often as is needed for comfort.
• The frequency of reapplication depends on the severity of dryness. The natural and pure ingredients in YES VM mean you can apply as much as you need to feel comfortable, with no dosage concerns. YES VM is hormone-free.

Natural Vaginal Moisturiser

YES VM contains no Glycerine, no Propylene glycol, no Aspartame, no Parabens, no unpronounceable preservatives (like Diazolidinyl urea or Triethanoloamine or Imidazolidinyl urea) or Polyquaternium.

YES VM natural Vaginal Moisturiser is:

• Guaranteed pure and natural by its certified organic status
  
• Designed to be side effect free and deliver outstanding rehydration
• Innovative formulation with natural and organic ingredients
• Hypoallergenic: formulated to minimise the risk of allergies

Why is Osmolality important?

We mentioned Osmolality. A vaginal moisturiser is in contact with sensitive and dry tissues for much longer than an intimate lubricant, so it is even more important that the vaginal moisturiser is designed to release water where needed and to be formulated from gentle ingredients. YES VM has been designed to match these vulnerable tissues in two ways. Firstly the pH is balanced to match typical vaginal pH (moderately acidic at pH3.7-4.5), and secondly, the strength and concentration of the ingredients used in YES VM also match these tissues. This ingredients’ strength or concentration is called Osmolality. YES VM is iso-osmotic to vaginal tissues, this means that it will rehydrate tissues that need it, but will not pull or push water into the muscles, unlike intense hypo or strongly hyperosmotic moisturisers, so minimising any chance of tissue damage.

How does YES VM work?

YES VM lubricates the vaginal area, the natural hydrocolloids (gums) are bio-adhesive, they gently hold on to the dry walls of the vagina and release water, where needed, rehydrating dry mucosa. When used regularly, YES VM will restore the natural protective acidity of the vagina.

Directions for using YES VM

Each carton or pack of YES VM contains a leaflet with detailed instructions for use. To summarise:

• The pre-filled applicators deliver the right amount of YES VM to where it is needed. Discreetly and hygienically.
  
• The 100ml tube of YES VM does not have an applicator; it is used for finger application to the outer and inner intimate areas. Many women experience dryness not just internally.
• For best results apply regularly. This may be daily initially, and then after a week or so, every third day. YES VM is safe to use daily or as often as is needed for comfort.
• The frequency of reapplication depends on the severity of dryness. The natural and pure ingredients in YES VM mean you can apply as much as you need to feel comfortable, with no dosage concerns. YES VM is hormone-free.

What is Vagisan Moist Cream?

Vagisan Moist Cream is a smooth, white cream developed for use in symptoms of vaginal dryness. Vagisan Moist Cream contains no hormones (oestrogens) and can therefore be used alongside hormone replacement therapy or alternating with vaginal creams or pessaries that do contain hormones (oestrogen). Thanks to the addition of lactic acid, the cream is set at a pH of 4.5. As a result, Vagisan Moist Cream helps maintain a natural pH within the vagina. Two effects contribute towards the relief of symptoms of vaginal dryness by Vagisan Moist Cream:

• The cream has a high water content, thereby moisturising the skin within the vagina and external genital area.
• Nurturing lipids (fats) help to keep the skin supple.

Regular use of Vagisan Moist Cream may help prevent irritation and inflammation within the vagina and external genital area. The cream can also be used for vaginal dryness before sexual intercourse. In women wishing to conceive, there are no contraindications to using Vagisan Moist Cream for vaginal dryness, as sperm motility is not impaired.

When to use Vagisan Moist Cream?

For symptoms caused by dryness of the vagina and external genital area (dryness, stinging, itching, minor lesions and pain during intercourse, e.g. during the menopause due to an oestrogen deficiency). Vagisan Moist Cream can also be used to facilitate sexual intercourse.

What you should know about the symptoms of "vaginal dryness"

The symptoms of vaginal dryness can severely affect the quality of life of those women affected. The sensation of dryness is often accompanied by other discomforts, such as itching, stinging, minor lesions and soreness involving the vagina, vaginal opening and external genital area. In many cases, these symptoms also make sexual intercourse painful.

Commonly affected are women in menopause (which, in some cases, starts as early as at 40 years of age) and during the years thereafter. In such cases, vaginal dryness is caused by the decreasing production of sex hormones (including oestrogen). Less vaginal fluid is produced within the vagina; the skin becomes thinner and more fragile. Whilst this process is quite normal, it can bring considerable discomfort.

After womb or ovarian surgery, during pregnancy and breastfeeding or while taking the Pill, hormone deficiency/fluctuations or hormonal imbalance can also lead to symptoms of vaginal dryness.

Some metabolic disorders (e.g. diabetes), medications, radiation treatment for cancer and even stress can also be associated with dryness in the internal and external genital area.

How to use Vagisan Moist Cream

Vagisan Moist Cream is intended for application in the vagina and to the external genital area. For the treatment of vaginal symptoms, Vagisan Moist Cream is inserted into the vagina. The cream can be applied with the applicator provided or without an applicator. If you use the applicator, fill it halfway (about 2.5g cream). To make it easier to insert the applicator, a small amount of cream can also be applied to the area around the vaginal entrance. If you prefer not to use the applicator, a ribbon of cream about 2cm long can be inserted into the vagina using a clean finger. The cream should be applied daily, preferably in the evening before bedtime (if necessary, wear a panty liner). Once symptoms have improved, you can reduce how often you use the cream, depending on your needs. For symptoms in the vaginal opening and external genital area, use a clean finger to apply and spread the cream up to several times a day as needed; a ribbon of cream about 0.5cm long is sufficient.

The cream can also be used before sexual intercourse or during menstrual periods. If Vagisan Moist Cream is well tolerated, it may also be used over prolonged periods, even during pregnancy (without the applicator; see Instructions for use during pregnancy) and breast-feeding.

• Loosen the plunger, so that it can be moved inside the applicator barrel
• With the tube opening facing upwards, attach applicator onto tube opening
• Fill the applicator barrel halfway with cream (about 2.5 g cream), by gently and evenly squeezing the tube
• Remove the applicator from the tube
• You can insert the applicator into the vagina whilst lying down (on your back) or standing up (like when inserting a tampon). Carefully insert the applicator as deeply as possible into the vagina; push the plunger to empty the applicator and insert the cream into the vagina (see diagram).
• After use, clean the applicator as follows: firmly press the spherical end of the plunger onto a firm surface. This will separate the plunger from the applicator barrel. Then clean the plunger and barrel separately in warm water.
  

What does Vagisan Moist Cream contain?

Aqua, Benzyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Palmitate, Lactic Acid, Octyldodecanol, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitan Stearate. Vagisan Moist Cream contains no fragrances.

When you have an intimate condition such as Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), you want a product that you can trust to treat it, and one that works in harmony with your body. There's no need to use antibiotics to treat BV as this can disrupt the good bacteria. The Balance Activ range can provide clinically proven relief from the vaginal discharge, odour and discomfort. It's a naturally working alternative that works.

What is Bacterial Vaginosis?

Bacterial Vaginosis, or BV, occurs when there's a change in the natural pH balance in the vagina. This then causes a change in the bacterial environment.

Healthy vaginas are slightly acidic, thanks to the presence of good bacteria called lactobacilli that produce lactic acid. However, if these are in short supply, harmful bacteria can grow and trigger occurrences of BV.

Although 'Bacterial Vaginosis' sounds scary BV is very common. More women in the UK suffer from it than any other vaginal condition. And it's twice as prevalent as thrush, even though BV is often mistaken for thrush, purely because this is better known. Because very few people have heard of BV, they typically treat symptoms as thrush. This can cause recurrences of BV and sometimes lead to thrush.

BV is normal and natural. Lots of things can cause it, but here is an idea of the most common causes:

• Excessive Washing - Internal washing – this can upset your vagina's natural balance
  
• Perfumed Soaps - Perfumed intimate hygiene products
• Menstruation - Your monthly menstrual cycle can upset the balance
• Semen - As the pH of semen is higher than the pH of your vagina.

When is the best time to use Balance Activ Gel or Pessaries?

Before bed – laying down will help the gel or pessary stay in place.

What are the symptoms of BV?

The symptoms of BV are quite similar to thrush, but there are a few main differences. BV symptoms usually include a watery discharge (sometimes grey in colour) and a strong unpleasant odour (often fishy). These are the two main symptoms of BV.

Can I use Balance Activ to maintain pH balance and help stop re-occurrence?

If you notice a re-occurrence of symptoms or suspect your vaginal balance isn't as it should be, you can use Balance Activ BV treatment gel to help restore normal pH and vaginal flora. This could be around key times when you have noticed a pattern of BV occurrences, e.g. around your period.

    When you have an intimate condition such as Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), you want a product that you can trust to treat it, and one that works in harmony with your body. There's no need to use antibiotics to treat BV as this can disrupt the good bacteria. The Balance Activ range can provide clinically proven** relief from the vaginal discharge, odour and discomfort. It's a naturally working alternative that works.

What is Bacterial Vaginosis?

Bacterial Vaginosis, or BV, appears when there's a change in the natural pH balance in the vagina. This leads to changes in the bacterial environment.

Healthy vaginas are slightly acidic, thanks to the presence of good bacteria called lactobacilli that produce lactic acid. However, if these are in short supply, harmful bacteria can grow and trigger occurrences of Bacterial Vaginosis.

Although 'Bacterial Vaginosis' sounds scary BV is a widespread condition. More women in the UK suffer from BV than any other vaginal condition. Statistically, it's twice as prevalent as thrush, even though BV is often mistaken for thrush, purely because this is better known. Because very few people have heard of BV, they typically treat symptoms as thrush. This can cause recurrences of BV and sometimes lead to thrush.

BV is normal and natural. Lots of things can cause it, but here is an idea of the most common causes:

• Excessive Washing - Internal washing – this can upset your vagina's natural balance
  
• Perfumed Soaps - Perfumed' intimate hygiene' products
• Menstruation - Your monthly menstrual cycle can upset the balance
• Semen - As the pH of semen is higher than the pH of your vagina.

When is the best time to use Balance Activ Gel or Pessaries?

Before bed – laying down will help the gel or pessary stay in place.

What are the symptoms of BV?

The symptoms of BV are quite similar to thrush, but there are a few main differences. BV symptoms usually include a watery discharge (sometimes grey in colour) and a strong unpleasant odour (often fishy). These are the two main symptoms of BV.

Can I use Balance Activ to maintain pH balance and help stop re-occurrence?

If you notice a re-occurrence of symptoms or suspect your vaginal balance isn't as it should be, you can use Balance Activ BV treatment gel to help restore normal pH and vaginal flora. This could be around key times when you have noticed a pattern of BV occurrences, e.g. around your period.

What are Gina Vaginal Tablets?

 Gina is a vaginal tablet and contains estradiol.

• Estradiol is a female sex hormone.
• It belongs to a group of hormones called oestrogens.
• It is precisely the same as the estradiol produced by women's ovaries.

Gina belongs to a group of medicines called local vaginal Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). It relieves menopausal symptoms in the vagina, such as dryness or irritation. In medical terms, this is known as 'vaginal atrophy. This happens when the vaginal wall becomes thinner, drier and less elastic and can cause symptoms in the vagina such as dryness, soreness or irritation, itching or burning sensation, and painful sexual intercourse. It is caused by a drop in oestrogen levels in your body which happens naturally after menopause. 

 How to use Gina Vaginal Tablets 

• Before you use Gina, your pharmacist will ask about your and your family's medical history. They may also ask you about your menopause and what symptoms you have had. This is to make sure that Gina is suitable for you.
• Once you have started using Gina, you should review your treatment regularly with your pharmacist. Let your doctor know you are using Gina at your next routine appointment.
• Do not give this medicine to children or adolescents. This medicine is only intended for use in postmenopausal women.
• Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your pharmacist has told you. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Gina is a tablet for vaginal use only, and each vaginal tablet comes preloaded in a single-use applicator. 
•  Initial dose: Use one vaginal tablet each day for the first two weeks of treatment
• Maintenance Dose: Use one vaginal tablet twice a week. Leave 3 or 4 days between each dose.
• You can use it at any time of the day, but you should try using it simultaneously for each application.

What do Gina Vaginal Tablets contain

The active substance is estradiol ten micrograms (as estradiol hemihydrate). Each vaginal tablet contains ten micrograms of estradiol (as estradiol hemihydrate).

What are A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Drops

Echinacea drops are a traditional herbal remedy used for the symptomatic relief of colds, influenza-type infections and similar upper respiratory tract conditions.

• Relief for coughs and colds
• Traditional herbal remedy

How to take A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Drops

Adults, elderly and children over 12 years: 15 drops (0.6ml) of tincture in a small amount of water, 2 to 3 times daily.

Not for use in children under 12 years of age

• Adults and children over the age of 12 years fight the symptoms of colds and flu.
• Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much (overdose) is unlikely to be harmful.
• For oral use
• Start at the first signs of the common cold. Please do not use it for more than 10 days.
• If symptoms worsen during the product use or persist for more than 10 days, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.

What do A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Drops contain

Ingredients: 1 ml of oral liquid contains the tinctures of: Fresh Echinacea herb 860 mg (Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench) (1:7.5-14.6) Extraction solvent: ethanol 65% v/v, Fresh Echinacea root 45 mg (Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench) (1:7.1-12.5), Extraction solvent: ethanol 65% v/v

1 ml of Echinaforce drops is equivalent to 25 oral drops.

What are A.Vogel Echinaforce Forte Cold & Flu

Echinaforce Forte Cold & Flu tablets are a traditional herbal medicinal product used to relieve the symptoms of the common cold and influenza-type infections, exclusively based upon long-standing use as a traditional remedy.

• Helps fight the misery of colds and flu
• Our highest-strength Echinacea tablet
• Made from freshly harvested Echinacea purpurea herb and root
  

How to take A.Vogel Echinaforce Forte Cold & Flu

Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: Take 1 tablet two to three times daily.

Echinaforce Forte is unsuitable for children under 12 because of its high-strength formulation.

Do not use if you are allergic to Echinacea, other members of the daisy family or any of the other ingredients.

Although the data available suggests that the use of Echinacea during pregnancy does not lead to any adverse effects, taking the herb during this time of life is not recommended. Similarly, the use of Echinacea during breastfeeding is not recommended.

What does A.Vogel Echinaforce Forte Cold & Flu contain

Ingredients: Each tablet contains 1.14 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench herb (1:12) and 60mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench herb (1:11) Extraction solvent: Ethanol 65% V/Vthis product contains lactose and soya polysaccharide. Do not use if you are allergic to peanut or soya.

What are A.Vogel Dormeasan Drops 

Dormeasan Valerian-Hops oral drops are a traditional herbal medicinal product for temporary relief of sleep disturbances caused by the symptoms of mild anxiety, exclusively based upon long-standing use as a traditional remedy.

How to take A.Vogel Dormeasan Drops

• Dormeasan may be used as a sleep remedy or for mild anxiety by adults (over 18 years of age) and the elderly.
• As a sleep remedy: Take 30 drops of the herbal remedy in a bit of water half an hour before bedtime.
• For mild anxiety: This product may also be used to relieve the symptoms of mild anxiety. Take 10 - 20 drops once or twice daily.
• Don't take more than the recommended dose. This product is not known to be habit-forming.
• If your symptoms worsen or you do not feel any benefit within 4 weeks, talk to your doctor.

What do A.Vogel Dormeasan Drops contain

Ingredients: 1 ml of oral liquid contains: Valerian root tincture 0.5ml (Valerian Officinalis L.) (1:10-11) Extraction solvent: ethanol 58% V/V Hops strobili tincture 0.5ml Hops strobili tincture 0.5ml (Humuls Lupulus L.) (1:12-13) Extraction solvent: ethanol 65% V/V 1 ml of Dormeasan Sleep is equivalent to 35 drops. This product contains ethanol. Harmful to people suffering from alcoholism. See leaflet for further information.

What are A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

Echinaforce Echinacea tablets are a traditional herbal remedy used for the symptomatic relief of colds, influenza-type infections and similar upper respiratory tract conditions. Always read the leaflet. Echinaforce tablets leaflet.

Echinaforce Echinacea is made from fresh extracts of Echinacea purpurea herb (95%) and root (5%). It is available as drops (tincture in 15ml, 50ml & 100ml bottles) and tablets (42 tablets & 120 tablets).

Echinacea is a plant native to America but is now cultivated extensively in Europe. The plants which go into our product are grown organically in Switzerland at our herb farms.

Up to 10 species of Echinacea have been identified, but only three (E. purpurea, E. angustifolia and E. pallida) are used medicinally. Echinacea purpurea is considered to be the one which has been most widely researched, and this is the species we use.

Our Echinacea is produced using extracts of freshly harvested, organically grown Echinacea purpurea herb and root, picked fresh and used within 24 hours of harvest. The benefit of using freshly harvested herbs has been demonstrated in research - extracts produced from new plants contain almost three times as many active substances as those obtained from equivalent amounts of dried herb.

How to take A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea tablets may be used by adults and children over the age of 12 years to relieve the symptoms of colds and flu.

Adults, elderly and children over 12 years: Two tablets, 2 to 3 times daily.

This remedy is for oral use only.

• Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much (overdose) is unlikely to be harmful.
• For oral use
• Not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age
• Start at the first signs of the common cold. Please do not use it for more than ten days
• If symptoms worsen during the product use or persist for more than ten days, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.

What do A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets contain

One tablet contains 380 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench herb (1:7.5-14.6) and 20 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench root (1:7.1-12.5)—extraction solvent: ethanol 65% v/v.

The other ingredients used for the tablet are potato starch, magnesium stearate and lactose.

What are A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

Echinaforce Echinacea tablets are a traditional herbal remedy used for the symptomatic relief of colds, influenza-type infections and similar upper respiratory tract conditions. Always read the leaflet. Echinaforce tablets leaflet.

Echinaforce Echinacea is made from fresh extracts of Echinacea purpurea herb (95%) and root (5%). It is available as drops (tincture in 15ml, 50ml & 100ml bottles) and tablets (42 tablets & 120 tablets).

Echinacea is a plant native to America but is now cultivated extensively in Europe. The plants which go into our product are grown organically in Switzerland at our herb farms.

Up to 10 species of Echinacea have been identified, but only three (E. purpurea, E. angustifolia and E. pallida) are used medicinally. Echinacea purpurea is considered to be the one which has been most widely researched, and this is the species we use.

Our Echinacea is produced using extracts of freshly harvested, organically grown Echinacea purpurea herb and root, picked fresh and used within 24 hours of harvest. The benefit of using freshly harvested herbs has been demonstrated in research - extracts produced from new plants contain almost three times as many active substances as those obtained from equivalent amounts of dried herb.

How to take A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets

A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea tablets may be used by adults and children over the age of 12 years to relieve the symptoms of colds and flu.

Adults, elderly and children over 12 years: Two tablets, 2 to 3 times daily.

This remedy is for oral use only.

• Do not take more than the recommended dose. Taking too much (overdose) is unlikely to be harmful.
• For oral use
• Not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age
• Start at the first signs of the common cold. Please do not use it for more than ten days
• If symptoms worsen during the product use or persist for more than ten days, a doctor or qualified healthcare practitioner should be consulted.

What do A.Vogel Echinaforce Echinacea Tablets contain

One tablet contains 380 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench herb (1:7.5-14.6) and 20 mg of extract (as dry extract) from fresh Echinacea purpurea (L) Moench root (1:7.1-12.5)—extraction solvent: ethanol 65% v/v.

The other ingredients used for the tablet are potato starch, magnesium stearate and lactose.

What is A.Vogel Atrogel Arnica Gel

Atrogel Arnica gel is a traditional herbal medicinal product used for the symptomatic relief of muscular aches, pains and stiffness, sprains and bruising, exclusively based upon long-standing use as a traditional remedy.

• Pain relief for stiff neck and shoulders
• Pain relief for other muscle aches and pains
• For sporting injuries such as joint sprains & strains
• Made from extracts of freshly harvested Arnica
  

How to use A.Vogel Atrogel Arnica Gel

Atrogel Arnica gel may relieve pain and bruising in adults, children and the elderly. Apply 2 to 10 cm of the gel gently to the affected area. Use between 2 and 4 times daily for pain relief.

Atrogel Arnica gel may be used by those who are pregnant. 

Don’t use Atrogel if you have broken or irritated skin, if you are allergic to arnica preparations or other members of the daisy (Asteraceae / Compositae) family, or any of the other ingredients.

Use within 5 months of opening.

What does A.Vogel Atrogel Arnica Gel contain

The active ingredient is the liquid extract of fresh Arnica flowers. 1g of gel contains 500mg of extract, equivalent to an average of 160mg of fresh Arnica flowers. The other ingredients are ethanol, purified water, glycerol (plant origin) and ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer (thickener).