Vivesse Vaginal Cream is a gynaecological cream supplied as 7 prefilled 5ml applicators for a 7-day course. It has a barrier effect that helps restore the vagina's normal pH and relieve symptoms associated with bacterial vaginosis and vaginal thrush, such as redness, itching, discharge and soreness, and it can be used alongside an antibiotic or antifungal treatment your doctor has prescribed, rather than in place of it.

Key Features

• Helps restore vaginal pH balance: Vivesse has a barrier effect that helps restore the vagina's normal pH, creating conditions that favour naturally occurring lactobacilli and help prevent the overgrowth of pathogens such as Candida albicans and Gardnerella.
• Can be used alongside antibiotic or antifungal treatment: Vivesse is not an antibiotic or antifungal itself, so if your doctor has prescribed one, it can be used at the same time rather than instead of it.
• Prefilled, single-use applicators: Each of the 7 tubes delivers one 5ml dose, so there's no need to measure a dose or reuse an applicator.
• Once-daily bedtime use: Vivesse is applied once a day, ideally at bedtime, for as long as symptoms are present.

Does Vivesse treat the infection itself, or just the symptoms?

Vivesse is not an antibiotic or antifungal, and it doesn't have a bactericidal, bacteriostatic or antifungal effect against the germs that cause bacterial vaginosis or thrush. It works as a barrier cream that helps restore the vagina's normal pH and relieves associated symptoms, and it doesn't replace an antibiotic or antifungal treatment your doctor has prescribed.

Can Vivesse help prevent recurrent vaginal infections?

Yes. As well as relieving symptoms during an active episode, Vivesse can be used as a barrier cream to help support the conditions that reduce the risk of recurrent bacterial vaginosis or thrush.

When should I see a doctor rather than just using Vivesse?

A vaginal infection should be diagnosed by a healthcare professional. See your doctor before using Vivesse if you're unsure about the diagnosis, your symptoms are severe, you're under 14, or you have another health condition or risk factor.

Can I use Vivesse during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Vivesse shouldn't be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding without speaking to your doctor first.

Pea protein and grape seed extract, lactic acid, squalene, purified water, sodium acrylates copolymer, paraffin, phenoxyethanol, trideceth-polypropyleneglycol, sorbitan oleate, piroctone olamine and maltodextrin.

1. Lie on your back with your knees drawn up.
2. Gently insert the applicator deep into the vagina.
3. Push the plunger to fully dispense the cream.
4. Remove the applicator from the vagina.
5. Apply once a day, ideally at bedtime, until your symptoms disappear.
6. Store between 8°C and 25°C, away from heat and light, and do not freeze.

Vivesse comes with the following precautions:

• Do not use if you're hypersensitive to any of its ingredients.
• A vaginal infection should be diagnosed by a healthcare professional; see your doctor first if you're unsure of the diagnosis, have severe symptoms, are under 14, or have another disease or risk factor.
• Vivesse is not an antibiotic or antifungal and does not replace a prescribed antibiotic or antimycotic treatment, though it can be used alongside one.
• Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding without speaking to your doctor first.
• Stop using Vivesse and consult a doctor if you develop an allergic reaction.
• Do not use after the expiry date or if the tube is damaged.

No specific side effects are documented for Vivesse by the manufacturer. If you notice signs of an allergic reaction while using it, stop and consult a doctor.