Lactic Acid Vaginal Wash

Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)

📌 1. Dawa Hii Inatumika Kwa Ajili Gani? (What is it for?)

Used as a substitute for ordinary soap (of pH of about 10) which can upsets the pH value of 3.5-4.5 inside the vagina, causing irritation and other complications. Clinical selection for Lactic Acid Vaginal Wash should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.

💊 2. Jinsi Ya Kutumia Dawa Hii (How to take)

Use during bathing and after urination. Wash the hands, wet external vaginal area, pour a generous amount of the wash on to palms, apply externally on the vaginal area, and rinse thoroughly

⚠️ 3. Tahadhari & Madhara Yanayoweza Kutokea (Side Effects & Warnings)

Adverse reactions vary by agent. Counsel on common predictable effects and serious warning symptoms (allergy, severe rash, jaundice, unusual bleeding, severe GI symptoms, neurological changes). Report suspected ADRs via national pharmacovigilance channels.

📦 4. Jinsi Ya Kuhifadhi Dawa (Storage)

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

Available Branded Equivalents in Kenya

V Wash Plus (KES 0.00)

Provided as a clinical reference by MyDrugIndex Kenya.

Always consult your doctor or registered pharmacist.