{"title":"human papillomaviruses (HPV)","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"colpofix®-vaginalgel-zur-vorbeugung-und-behandlung-von-hpv-bedingten-schadigungen-der-zervixschleimhaut","title":"Colpofix® Vaginal Gel for the prevention and treatment of HPV-related cervical mucosal lesions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVaginal gel in spray form for the prevention and treatment of HPV-induced lesions of the cervical mucosa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® is a vaginal gel in spray form for the prevention and treatment of cervical lesions that can be caused by human papillomaviruses (HPV). The product supports the maintenance and restoration of physiological conditions in the cervicovaginal mucosal transformation zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® can be used in cases of a positive HPV test result or pre-existing HPV-related changes to the cervix. Its special formulation allows for even distribution of the gel on the cervicovaginal mucosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Colpofix® work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® has thixotropic properties. This means that the consistency of the product changes during spraying. When sprayed, the gel temporarily transforms into a more liquid form and then returns to its gel structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows Colpofix® to spread evenly and precisely into the depths of the cervicovaginal mucosal area. After application, the gel adheres well to the mucosa and, due to its special consistency, does not immediately run out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation supports the physiological conditions of the cervicovaginal mucosal transformation zone, thereby creating favorable conditions for the natural regeneration processes of the mucosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies have investigated and observed positive effects on HPV clearance, the regression of HPV-related cervical lesions, re-epithelialization, and the vaginal flora with the use of Colpofix®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArea of application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® is used for the prevention and treatment of HPV-induced lesions of the cervical mucosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product can be used particularly in cases of a positive HPV test result or pre-existing changes to the cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application can usefully bridge the time between a positive HPV test result and the next gynecological check-up appointment. However, it does not replace the scheduled gynecological examinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperties and benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the prevention and treatment of HPV-induced lesions of the cervix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for a positive HPV test result\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan be used for pre-existing HPV-related changes to the cervix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the physiological conditions of the cervicovaginal mucosal transformation zone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePossesses special thixotropic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAllows for even distribution on the cervicovaginal mucosa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdheres well to the mucosa after application\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the natural regeneration processes of the mucosa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStudies observed promotion of HPV clearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStudies observed increased regression of cervical lesions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the regeneration of the uppermost cell layer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan contribute to improving the vaginal flora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnatomically adapted disposable applicators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually packaged applicators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHygienic and precise application\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood gel adhesion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVery good tolerability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage and application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® is applied once daily before bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 sprays are administered into the vagina per application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe application is performed for 20 days per month. A break of about 10 days is taken during menstruation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment should be carried out for a minimum of 3 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the exact duration of treatment and the necessary gynecological check-ups, the recommendations of the treating gynecologist should be followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplicator use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash hands thoroughly before and after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the applicator from its protective cover and place it on the spray nozzle of the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not shake Colpofix® before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully insert the anatomically adapted applicator deep into the vagina. Then administer 5 sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter use, remove and dispose of the applicator. The applicators are intended for single use and should not be reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication is preferably performed immediately before bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWash hands thoroughly before and after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse a new disposable applicator for each application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnly remove the applicator from its protective cover immediately before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo not shake the product before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully insert the applicator deep into the vagina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse 5 sprays per application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDispose of the used applicator afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fresh towel daily for the intimate area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer breathable cotton underwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid vaginal douches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure gentle intimate hygiene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContinue to attend recommended gynecological check-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment duration and gynecological check-ups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment with Colpofix® should be for at least 3 months. A positive HPV test result or existing cell changes on the cervix require regular gynecological check-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColpofix® is not a substitute for medically recommended HPV checks, smears, HPV tests, or further examinations of the cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe further course of action depends in particular on the HPV finding, the cytology result, and, if applicable, further gynecological examinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cases of confirmed or suspected pregnancy, Colpofix® should only be used after consultation with and according to the instructions of a gynecologist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo date, there is no evidence of specific problems during use in pregnancy. 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