Genestra HMF Vaginal Health 7 Packs

HMF Vaginal Health

• Vegan

• Soy Free

• GMO Free

• Gluten Free

• No refrigeration necessary

• Helps support vaginal health and promote a favourable vaginal microbiome

• Vaginal suppositories allow direct vaginal application of probiotics for quick, effective results

• Helps restore a healthy microflora following antibiotic treatment of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC)

HMF Vaginal Health probiotic contains Lactobacillus plantarum KABP™-061, a patented human strain with unique properties for restoring the vaginal flora and a high capacity for adherence to the vaginal mucosa. In healthy women, Lactobacilli are the predominant bacteria in the vaginal ecosystem and exert a significant influence in maintaining a balanced microbiota of the vagina by inhibiting the overgrowth of undesirable bacterial species.1-3 By producing lactic acid, Lactobacilli stabilize the vagina's physiological pH and help the body's natural defence mechanisms to ward off fungal overgrowth that can lead to vaginal infections.4 Moreover, by colonising the vaginal cavity, they form a protective film that inhibits the growth of other unwanted microorganisms.5 Lactobacillus plantarum KABP™-061 was specifically selected for its high ability to acidify the vaginal environment, for demonstrating inhibition of common UTI pathogens (including E. coli, S. saprophyticus and P. mirabilis) and its antibacterial properties against Candida albicans and Candida glabrata.6,7 An open-label, prospective and comparative study found the use of the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum KABP™-061, after antifungal treatment for vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), significantly reduced all vaginal symptoms assessed (i.e. leucorrhoea, erythema, edema, stinging, itching, pain and bad odour) after 14 days.6,7 Promoting a healthy vaginal flora reduces the likelihood of fungal overgrowth, which in turn reduces the chances of infections. This was seen in the same study, which reported Lactobacillus plantarum KABP™-061 as useful in reducing the number of cases of recurrence by 60% in women with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC).6,7 HMF Vaginal Health may be used to help maintain a healthy vaginal microflora, and to help restore a healthy microflora following antibiotic treatment of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC). HMF Vaginal Health may also be used in any situation where vaginal microflora is altered.

Medicinal ingredients

Lactobacillus plantarum (KABP™-061): 0.1 billion Colony Forming Units

Non-medicinal ingredients

Lactose, microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, croscarmellose sodium, citric acid, magnesium stearate, colloidal silica gel, maltodextrin

Recommended Adult Dose

Adult Females: Apply one intra-vaginal suppository (using the method described below, preferably just before going to bed), three times a week, on alternative days, for two months (excluding days with menstruation), or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

If you are taking an antifungal treatment or other types of vaginal antibiotics for candida, finish that treatment first before beginning these. Otherwise, take these at least 2-3 hours before or after taking other types of antibiotics

Risk Information

For Vaginal use only; do not ingest. Do not use HMF Vaginal Health if you have an immune-compromised condition (e.g. AIDS, lymphoma, or undergoing long-term corticosteroid treatment). Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, or have nausea, fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea or severe abdominal pain. Consult your healthcare practitioner if symptoms of vaginal burning, itching, malodour or abnormal discharge occur. Keep out of the reach of children