📋 Indications & Clinical Dosage
*Bacterial vaginosis:*
Cream: Adults: 1 applicatorful cream insert intra-vaginally at night for 7 days. Ovule: Adults: Insert one ovule daily at night for 3 days.
⛔ Contraindications
History of pseudo membranous colitis, hepatic impairment, Lincomycin sensitivity.
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
Barrier contraceptives may be less effective.
⚠️ Adverse Reactions / Side Effects
Vaginal irritation, vaginitis, diarrhoea or colitis (discontinue immediate)
🤰 Pregnancy & Lactation Safety
Pregnancy Risk:
Caution advised
Lactation / Breastfeeding:
Caution advised
📚 Official Regulatory & Clinical References
- Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP): Drug Registration, S.R.O. Price Gazettes & National Essential Medicines List (NEML).
- World Health Organization (WHO): Collaborating Centre for Drug Statistics Methodology (ATC/DDD Index).
- Formulary Standards: British National Formulary (BNF) & Pakistan National Formulary (PNF) guidelines.