Balance Active Pessary

Question 1

The product is recommended to be used at bedtime, why is this?

Answer 1

The pessary must be taken lying down and you must remain in that position for a while after inserting it, so bedtime would be ideal

Question 2

Describe the function of polyethylene glycol in the product and how adds to the integrity of the product?

Answer 2

Polyethylene glycol is a preservative to limit bacteria from getting into and ruining products

Question 3

Based on what you know about this type of formulation, why is it particularly important not to use the product if the foil packaging is damaged?

Answer 3

If the packaging is broken the pessary may be damaged, so inserting it into such a delicate area of the body as the vagina could be dangerous

Question 4

In general, what advice should be given to ladies regarding the use of condoms after inserting a pessary into the vagina?

Answer 4

The condom could disintegrate and therefore be ineffective due to the pessary liquid

Question 5

When making water soluble based suppositories or pessaries extemporaneously how and why should the mould be lubricated?

Answer 5

Mould lubricants are used to remove suppositories without damaging their surfaces, examples of mould lubricants include a light coating of vegetable oil spray or mineral oil spray

Question 6

When making water soluble based suppositories or pessaries extemporaneously why should the molten mixture be stirred gently?

Answer 6

The mixture should be stirred gently so no bubbles are formed (which would cause an ununiform shape)