Gynazole-1
Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
Treatment
2 FDA approvals
1 Active Study for Gynazole-1
Treatment for
Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
What is Gynazole-1
Butoconazole
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Butoconazole is a medication used to treat fungal infections in the female reproductive system.
Gynazole-1
is the brand name
Gynazole-1 Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Gynazole-1
Butoconazole
2003
4
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Butoconazole, otherwise known as Gynazole-1, is approved by the FDA for 2 uses like Vulvovaginal Candidiasis and Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal .
Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
Effectiveness
How Gynazole-1 Affects Patients
Butoconazole is an antifungal medication that is effective against the fungus <i>Candida albicans</i> which is the main cause of vaginal yeast infections. Studies have shown that it has a fungicidal effect against <i>Candida</i> spp. in laboratory tests.
How Gynazole-1 works in the body
Butoconazole works by inhibiting the production of an important steroid in fungi. This stops them from making the right kind of lipids to form a healthy cell membrane. Without that, the cells can't survive, leading to their death or growth inhibition.
When to interrupt dosage
The prescribed measure of Gynazole-1 is contingent upon the diagnosed circumstance. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the delivery technique (e.g. Cream - Vaginal or Vaginal) detailed in the accompanying table.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
0.1 mg/mg, , 2.0 %, 0.02 mg/mg
Vaginal, Cream, Cream - Vaginal,
Warnings
Common Gynazole-1 Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Gynazole-1 Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest toxic dose of the drug in rats has been found to be greater than 1720mg/kg.
Gynazole-1 Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Gynazole-1?
An ongoing trial is assessing the potential of Gynazole-1 to address Vulvovaginal Candidiasis.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3
Gynazole-1 Reviews: What are patients saying about Gynazole-1?
5
Patient Review
11/14/2008
Gynazole-1 for Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva
4.7
Patient Review
8/13/2008
Gynazole-1 for Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva
4.3
Patient Review
4/8/2008
Gynazole-1 for Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva
3.7
Patient Review
1/30/2009
Gynazole-1 for Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva
1.3
Patient Review
6/30/2008
Gynazole-1 for Yeast Infection of Vagina and Vulva
Patient Q&A Section about gynazole-1
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is gynazole a prescription?
"Gynazole is a prescription medicine that is used to treat the symptoms of candidiasis, which is also known as a yeast infection. Gynazole can be used alone or in conjunction with other medications."
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How long does gynazole-1 take to work?
"Most people will feel relief from their yeast infection within 24 hours of using Gynazole-1.If you do not feel relief after using it for 4 days, contact your healthcare provider, as you may need a different medication."
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What is gynazole used for?
"This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection."
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