Product FAQs
What is RepGyn®?
What is RepaGyn®?
RepaGyn® is a natural health product. Each 2 g vaginal ovule contains 5 mg of sodium hyaluronate (known for its ability to retain moisture in the skin/tissue). RepaGyn® is hormone free and helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa.
What is RepaGyn® used for?
Vaginal dryness may have many causes, including hormonal changes, certain medications, cancer treatments, stress, or other health conditions. RepaGyn® helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa. Speak with a healthcare practitioner if you are unsure what is causing your symptoms.
Is RepaGyn® a hormone treatment?
No. RepaGyn® is completely hormone-free. It helps relieve vaginal dryness and helps to promote healing of the vaginal mucosa with hyaluronic acid.
What are the active ingredients in RepaGyn®?
Each 2 g RepaGyn® vaginal ovule contains 5 mg of sodium hyaluronate as its medicinal ingredient. Non-medicinal ingredients include aloe vera, Centella asiatica, Calendula officinalis, tea tree essential oil, semi-synthetic glycerides, and butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT).
Is RepaGyn® a lubricant?
No. RepaGyn® is not a lubricant. It is a vaginal ovule that helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa.
Is RepaGyn® right for you?
Vaginal dryness may have many causes, including hormonal changes, certain medications, cancer treatments, breastfeeding, stress, or other health conditions. RepaGyn® helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa. Speak with a healthcare practitioner if you are unsure what is causing your symptoms.
Can RepaGyn® be used during or after chemotherapy?
RepaGyn® is hormone free and helps relieve vaginal dryness. If you are undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment, speak with your healthcare practitioner before use.
Can RepaGyn® be used after vaginal surgery?
RepaGyn® helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa. The same product, marketed in Europe as Cicatridine (R), has been studied after certain gynecological procedures involving the uterine cervix, vagina, and vulva. If you have recently had vaginal surgery or a gynecological procedure, speak with your healthcare practitioner before using RepaGyn®.
Can RepaGyn® be used while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not use RepaGyn® if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Speak with your healthcare professional for more information.
How To Use RepaGyn®
How do you use RepaGyn®?
RepaGyn® vaginal ovules are inserted directly into the vagina. Once inserted, lie down for approximately 30–40 minutes to allow the ovule to dissolve, in which time it forms a layer on the vaginal wall. It is best used at bedtime to maximize contact time.
How often should RepaGyn® be used?
Adults: Place one suppository into the vagina daily, preferably at bedtime, for at least two or three weeks. In case of vaginal atrophy, RepaGyn® vaginal ovule may be used every other day, even for long periods. The duration of use depends on the evolution of symptoms and on the advice of a healthcare practitioner.
Can RepaGyn® be used alongside other vaginal products or medications?
Interactions with other products are not known. Consult a healthcare practitioner before using RepaGyn® with other vaginal medications or devices.
How should RepaGyn® be stored?
Store RepaGyn® away from light and heat at temperatures between 4°C (39°F) and 25°C (77°F). Do not store above 30°C (86°F), as the suppository may melt or degrade.
Safety & Side Effects
Is RepaGyn® safe to use with hormone therapy?
Interactions with other products are not known. Consult a healthcare practitioner before using RepaGyn® with other vaginal products or treatments.
Effectiveness & Clinical Evidence
How effective is RepaGyn® for vaginal dryness?
When lubrication alone is not enough, a vaginal moisturizer may be a more suitable option. RepaGyn® has been demonstrated to promote healing after gynecological procedures including chemotherapy and radiation. It helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa, like estrogen therapy, but without hormones.
Why does RepaGyn® use hyaluronic acid?
Sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) is a naturally occurring compound in the body with a unique ability to retain moisture. Each 2 g vaginal suppository contains 5 mg of sodium hyaluronate. RepaGyn® helps relieve dryness and helps to promote healing of vaginal mucosa.
Availability & Access
Where can I buy RepaGyn® in Canada?
Do I need a prescription for RepaGyn®?
No. RepaGyn® is a natural health product in Canada and does not require a prescription. It is kept behind the pharmacy counter, so you may need to ask the pharmacist directly. A pharmacist can also help you determine if it is right for you.
Who makes RepaGyn®?
RepaGyn® is brought to Canada by BioSyent Pharma Inc., a proudly Canadian company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange. RepaGyn® is a registered trademark of Farma Derma.
How does RepaGyn® compare to other vaginal dryness treatments?
RepaGyn® is a hormone-free vaginal moisturizer that helps relieve vaginal dryness. Lubricants are generally used to reduce friction during intercourse/sexual activity. RepaGyn® is used regularly to help maintain vaginal moisture.
