Lomexin (Fenticonazole)

Lomexin is a medication used in gynecological and dermatological practice to treat a wide spectrum of fungal infections, both intravaginal and those affecting the external genitalia. The medication can also be applied to other infected areas of the skin. It contains fenticonazole nitrate as an active component.

What diseases may be treated with Lomexin?

Lomexin works by inhibiting a chemical that is the basis of the fungal pathogens' cell membrane. Due to this, the reproduction of pathogenic cells becomes impossible. Hence, the disease may be taken under control. In addition, the medication has an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect.

Lomexin has been approved by Health Canada, which is the federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health. Additionally, it is regulated under the Food and Drugs Act.

The ailments that Lomexin can cope with include:

• Vaginal candidiasis;
• Mycosis exacerbated by bacterial infection;
• Vaginal trichomoniasis;
• Fungal infections of the groin;
• Fungal infections of the scalp;
• Genital lichen;
• Coloured lichen.

What forms and dosages of Lomexin are available?

The medication is manufactured in two dosage forms: vaginal capsules and cream. The capsules are applied in the therapy of Lomexin mucose vulvaire. The preparation is available in three strengths: Lomexin 200 mg, 600 mg, and 1000 mg vaginal capsules.

Lomexin cream contains 0.2% of the active ingredient. It may be applied either vaginally or topically, depending on the location of the fungal infection you have to deal with. This form of the remedy works for Lomexin herpes genital or Lomexin mucose pied.

What is the right dosing regimen and how to administer Lomexin?

The dose of the vaginal capsules should be set individually by your healthcare provider. Only a professional can determine the severity of the infection and distinguish between the pathogens that provoked the disease.

For the therapy of vaginal yeast infection, doctors recommend a 200 mg dose. Insert it into the vagina as deeply as possible while lying on your back. The medication should be applied for three days in a row before sleep.

In case of severe fungal infection of the vagina, it is better to use a single 600 mg dose. But if the symptoms remain the same, insert another capsule three days after the first one. You should never violate the period between administering the vaginal capsules, as it may result in overdose.

For the treatment of vaginal trichomoniasis, women need to administer a 1000 mg vaginal capsule of Lomexin twice. Yet it doesn’t mean that you have to use them on the same day. There should be a 24-hour gap between the capsules' intake. To make sure you have killed the infection and prevent its recurrence, repeat the same course 10 days later.

The strategy for using Lomexin in the form of a cream is a bit different. When applied vaginally, it has to be inserted into the vagina with the help of an applicator (comes with the cream) twice, with an interval of 24 hours. Do it in the evening, before going to bed.

Twice-daily application is recommended when using the cream topically. Clean and dry the affected areas before rubbing in the preparation.

Are there any contraindications to Lomexin use?

The medication is applied locally. Hence, it has no impact on the entire organism. This is the primary reason why Lomexin has only one contraindication: hypersensitivity to fenticonazole, some other imidazole, or any other component of the remedy.

What about the warnings?

Lomexin is not intended to be used in girls younger than 16. If a woman older than 60 uses the preparation, close medical supervision is needed.

Women who have a regular sexual partner and don’t use barrier methods of contraception need to be treated together with their partner. This is necessary because there is a very high probability that a man is also infected. Hence, to avoid repeated episodes, both need to be treated.

Either Lomexin vaginal capsules or cream can increase the probability of barrier methods of contraception failure. The medications may affect the integrity of latex, thus making it possible for a condom to break.

Lomexin is classified as a prescription medication in Canada, meaning it can only be obtained with a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

Before using Lomexin, inform your doctor about any infections you have had within the last 6 months. Besides, it is important to mention whether you or your partner have a sexually transmitted disease (STD) in your medical history.

Is Lomexin safe during pregnancy?

The safety of prescribing Lomexin grossesse mycose treatment is still discussed. There’s not enough evidence of the drug’s safety during pregnancy, yet there is also not enough proof that the preparation may pose any danger to the fetus.

Nevertheless, special attention should be given to pregnant women being treated with Lomexin. Only a doctor can weigh all the possible risks and benefits for the expectant mother and the baby.

The same caution should be used if Lomexin needs to be applied during breastfeeding.

What are the possible side effects of the drug?

Due to poor systemic absorption, Lomexin can induce only local adverse reactions. The only exception is a hypersensitivity reaction to the preparation. It may manifest via rash, urticaria, and reddening of the skin.

The most common Lomexin side effects are itching, burning, and irritation in the area where the medication was applied. However, this reaction is short-term and goes away after several minutes. There’s no need to stop treatment, as these effects are safe and don’t require medical attention.