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Indications & Uses
Dequalinium Chloride is the active ingredient in this tablet, and it belongs to the family of anti-infective and antiseptic drugs. It works against the bacteria that cause bacterial vaginosis, and that is what it is used to treat. The tablet is inserted into the vagina, so it acts at the site of the infection.
Dosage Reference
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Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
The recommended adult dose of Dequalinium chloride is 1 vaginal tablet daily for 6 days.
Children and adolescents: there isn't enough experience of using Dequalinium chloride in children and adolescents under 18 years of age.
Women above 55 years and the elderly: there isn't enough experience of using Dequalinium chloride in women above 55 years either.
Use in pregnancy and lactation: Based on previous experience, and because this vaginal tablet acts locally, no harmful effects are expected on the pregnancy, the unborn baby or the breast-fed infant. Even so, the tablet should only be used during pregnancy and breast-feeding if it is medically needed.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, dequalinium chloride can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Most of them are mild and don't last long. At the start of treatment, the symptoms of a vaginal infection (such as vaginal discharge, vaginal itching or burning, vaginal yeast infection, thrush) can sometimes get worse before they start to get better. Keep going with the treatment, but if the complaints persist, please take advice from a doctor. Other side effects include vaginal bleeding, vaginal pain, inflammation of the vagina, headache and nausea.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Using soaps, spermicides and vaginal douches (vaginal washes) inside the vagina is not recommended during treatment with this Dequalinium Chloride vaginal tablet. Treatment should be stopped during the heavy bleeding days of menstruation and started again afterwards. As with all vaginal infections, unprotected sexual intercourse is prohibited while you are on this treatment. To keep the newborn's exposure to Dequalinium Chloride as low as possible, the vaginal tablets should not be used within 12 hours before birth.
Contraindications
Dequalinium Chloride must not be used by anyone who is hypersensitive to the active substance or to any of the excipients in the medicine. It must also not be used when there is ulceration of the vaginal epithelium and the vaginal portion of the cervix. Those who have not yet had their first menstruation, and so have not reached sexual maturity, must not use this tablet.
Overdose
Using a higher daily dose of Dequalinium Chloride, or using it for longer than recommended, might raise the risk of vaginal ulcerations. If you have used too many vaginal tablets by accident, tell your doctor. If you forget a tablet, don't make up for it by using a double dose.
Treatment that lasts less than 6 days may lead to a relapse. So don't stop early, even when you no longer have any discomfort (for example itching, discharge or smell).
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Store Dequalinium Chloride in a dry place, below 30°C. Keep it out of the reach of children. Don't use the medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton and the blister. The expiry date means the last day of that month.
Common questions about Dequa VT 10 mg
What is Dequa VT 10 mg Vaginal Tablet?
Dequa VT 10 mg Vaginal Tablet is a medicine that contains Dequalinium Chloride. It is made by Opsonin Pharma Limited. It belongs to the Other antibacterial preparation group of medicines.
What is Dequa VT used for?
Dequalinium Chloride is the active ingredient in this tablet, and it belongs to the family of anti-infective and antiseptic drugs. It works against the bacteria that cause bacterial vaginosis, and that is what it is used to treat.
What are the side effects of Dequa VT?
Like all medicines, dequalinium chloride can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Most of them are mild and don't last long.
What happens if I take too much Dequa VT?
Using a higher daily dose of Dequalinium Chloride, or using it for longer than recommended, might raise the risk of vaginal ulcerations. If you have used too many vaginal tablets by accident, tell your doctor. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Dequa VT?
Store Dequalinium Chloride in a dry place, below 30°C. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Dequa VT is already among the lowest-priced brands of Dequalinium Chloride at this strength.
Do I need a prescription for Dequa VT?
Dequa VT is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.