What is Phexxi: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Phexxi

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Use this medicine only in your vagina.

• This medicine comes in a prefilled, disposable applicator. Use each applicator only once, and then throw it away.

• Vaginal routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

• This medicine should be used before having sexual intercourse. It will not prevent pregnancy if used after intercourse.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• You may use this medicine at any time during the menstrual cycle.

• You may use this medicine at any time during the menstrual cycle.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Use this medicine only in your vagina.

• Vaginal routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

• This medicine comes in a prefilled, disposable applicator. Use each applicator only once, and then throw it away.

• This medicine should be used before having sexual intercourse. It will not prevent pregnancy if used after intercourse.

What to do if you miss a dose of Phexxi

Phexxi contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if had an allergic reaction to lactic acid, citric acid, or potassium bitartrate, or if you are pregnant.

Phexxi warnings

• It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

• This medicine may cause urinary tract infections, including cystitis (bladder infection) or pyelonephritis (kidney infection).

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you recently had a baby, miscarriage, or abortion.

• This medicine will not protect you from HIV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases.

• Tell your doctor if you have a history of urinary tract problems, including an infection that keeps coming back.

• You may use another form of birth control (including a condom or diaphragm) for added protection against pregnancy. You may also use this medicine with other products for vaginal infections (including metronidazole, miconazole, or tioconazole).

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Phexxi interactions

• Do not use this medicine together with vaginal rings. Ask your doctor before you use other products or medicines into your vagina.