What is Genzen?
Genzen has mild antiseptic and antifungal actions. Vaginal Genzen is a homeopathic prescription medicine that also contains probiotics or "friendly bacteria" (Lactobacilliales), as well as the antioxidants Vitamin C and E.
This product works by replenishing normal vaginal acidity and balancing vaginal flora (helpful bacteria).
Vaginal Genzen is a homeopathic prescription medicine used to treat vaginal yeast infections and relieve symptoms such as burning, itching, and odor.
Vaginal Genzen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Genzen indications
Ophthalmic
As a mild antiseptic for inflamed eyelids
Adult: As 10% ophthalmic ointment: Apply onto the lower eyelid 1-2 times daily.
Topical/Cutaneous
As a skin protectant
Adult: As 5% ointment: Apply to affected area 3-4 times daily.
Topical/Cutaneous
Superficial fungal infections
Adult: As 0.5-5% ointment: Apply a thin layer to affected area bid.
How should I use Genzen?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not take a vaginal suppository by mouth. Vaginal Genzen is for use only in the vagina.
Do not use this medicine if you have open sores, wounds, or ulcerations in your vaginal area.
The usual dosage of vaginal Genzen is 1 suppository inserted into the vagina once per day, for 3 to 6 days in a row. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions.
Wash your hands before and after inserting a vaginal suppository.
Avoid handling the suppository too long or it will melt in your hands.
Vaginal Genzen suppositories are packaged with single-use disposable applicators.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets about how to insert the vaginal suppository.
Use this medicine only with the applicator provided.
Do not reuse a disposable applicator.
You can use a sanitary napkin to prevent the medicine from staining your clothing, but do not use a tampon.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Store at cool room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct light. The vaginal suppositories will melt if they get too warm.
Keep each vaginal suppository inside the foil pouch until you are ready to insert one.
Uses of Genzen in details
Genzen is used as an antiseptic for inflamed eyelids, as a skin protectant, and for superficial fungal infections.
Genzen dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Dermatological Disorders
Apply to affected areas once or twice daily.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
Genzen topical should be applied only to unbroken skin. Genzen topical should be discontinued if local irritation occurs during use.
Dialysis
Data not available
Genzen interactions
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What other drugs will affect Genzen?
Using other medicines
simultaneously used drugs do not affect the Genzen Genzen forte, nor ear-efficacy.
Genzen side effects
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What are the possible side effects of Genzen?
Applies to Genzen topical: vaginal suppository
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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new or worsening symptoms (itch, vaginal discharge, etc);
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vaginal burning sensation;
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high fever; or
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symptoms that go away and come back.
Common side effects may include:
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watery vaginal discharge;
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redness, mild burning; or
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a gritty sensation in the vagina.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Genzen contraindications
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What is the most important information I should know about Genzen?
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients. If you are not sure what the ingredients are, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Some ear drops should not be used if you have a hole, tear, or tubes in your eardrum. Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions.
Active ingredient matches for Genzen:
| Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer) | Price, USD |
| Genzen E/E 10 ml Drop | $ 0.17 |
List of Genzen substitutes (brand and generic names): | |
| Gemiderma (Poland) | |
| Genzen D | |
| Genzen D E/E 10 ml Drop (Zenlabs India) | $ 0.20 |
| HEALING DUST (India) | |
| 110g (J&J DeChane) | |
| HEALING DUST topical powd 110g (J&J DeChane) | $ 2.41 |
| Homeopathic Medicine S158 | |
| Drops; Oral; Boric Acid 30 c / ml | |
| Hylafem | |
| I Boric | |
| I Boric Eye 10 ml Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.05 |
| I Boric 0.05%/12% Eye Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.70 |
| I Top | |
| I Top Eye 10 ml Drop (Ind-Swift Limited) | $ 0.02 |
| Icy | |
| Icy Eye 10 ml Drop (Oyster Labs Limited) | $ 0.03 |
| Jabon Borico (Spain) | |
| Maiicaphami (Vietnam) | |
| Maiicaphami 0.1 % x 1 Bottle x 8 mL | |
| Masc borna (Poland) | |
| Masc borna Aflofarm (Poland) | |
| Masc borna Avena (Poland) | |
| Masc Gemiderma (Poland) | |
| Naphazole C | |
| Naphazole C Eye 10 ml Drop (Oscar Remedies Pvt. Ltd.) | $ 0.04 |
| No Itching | |
| No Itching Skin 15 gm Cream (Gujarat Pharmalab Pvt. Ltd.) | $ 0.02 |
| One Tear (Taiwan) | |
| One Tear 15 mL x 1's | |
| Optamedic (Vietnam) | |
| Optamedic 1 Bottle 10 mL | |
| Optihist (India) | |
| Optihist Eye 5 ml Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.07 |
| OPTIHIST 0.056%/0.01% EYE DROP 1 packet / 5 ML eye drop each (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.58 |
| OPTIHIST EYE DROP 1 packet / 5 ML eye drop each (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.58 |
| OPTIHIST eye drops 5ml (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.53 |
| Optihist 0.056%/01% Eye Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.58 |
| Optihist Eye Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd) | $ 0.58 |
| Otiborin (Finland) | |
| R.O. Eyewash | |
| Liquid; Ophthalmic; Boric Acid 1.2% | |
| RO-Eyewash (Canada) | |
| Salicool | |
| Salicool Skin 15 gm Powder (Eastern Drug) | $ 0.12 |
| Sax (Venezuela) | |
| Solutio Acidi Borici (Czech Republic, Slovakia) | |
| Solutio Acidi Borici 2% FoNo VII. Naturland (Hungary) | |
| Solutio Acidi Borici 3% Vulm (Slovakia) | |
| Solutio Acidi Borici Spirituosae 1% (Georgia) | |
| Solutio Jarisch (Slovakia) | |
| Super Flea Eliminator | |
| Three Elephant | |
| Unguentum Acidi Borici (Czech Republic) | |
| Unguentum Acidi Borici Herbacos (Czech Republic) | |
| Unguentum boraxatum FoNo VII. Naturland (Hungary) | |
| Vaselina Borica (Italy) | |
See 164 substitutes for Genzen | |
References
- PubChem. "BORIC ACID". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DrugBank. "Boric acid". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB11326 (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DTP/NCI. "BORIC ACID: The NCI Development Therapeutics Program (DTP) provides services and resources to the academic and private-sector research communities worldwide to facilitate the discovery and development of new cancer therapeutic agents.". https://dtp.cancer.gov/dtpstandard/s... (accessed September 17, 2018).
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