Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) is a jelly (gel) used vaginally to help balance vaginal acidity and to lower the growth of odor-causing bacteria in the vagina. It's mostly used by people who wear a pessary, but can be used by those who don't as well. Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) is brand name only, so it might be expensive.
Restore and maintain vaginal acidity
Lower the growth of odor-causing bacteria in the vagina
Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) is a combination medication of two main ingredients, oxyquinoline and sodium lauryl sulfate, that work together to maintain a healthy acidity level in the vagina. Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) also acts as a vaginal deodorant that coats the vaginal walls to prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria.
Source: DailyMed
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Doesn't stain skin or natural fabrics
Can help with both vaginal acidity and vaginal odor
Only needs to be used twice a week (after the first week of use)
Not yet approved by the FDA approved for safety and effectiveness
Only available as a brand name medication, so it might be expensive
Might be messy to use
Carefully look at the medication's packaging before you use it. Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) should have a tamper-resistant seal at the opening of the tube. If you're starting a new tube of medication for the first time, don't use it if this seal is missing or broken.
If you're using Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) for the first time, unscrew the cap from the tube and use the top of the cap to pierce the end of the tube.
To fill the applicator with medication, attach the threaded end of the Milex Jel-Jector (the applicator) to the Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) tube and squeeze the tube from the bottom until the medication fills up to your dosage level.
To use Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate), gently insert the Jel-Jector about 1/2 inch into the vagina, and squeeze the bulb once to dispense the gel. Keep your hands squeezed on the bulb until it's removed from the vagina, so the medication is not sucked back into the tube.
Wipe the threads of the tube and inside of the cap after each use, and make sure to re-cap the tube tightly. Flush the Milex Jel-Jector several times with water after each use.
If you get a reaction or irritation from Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate), stop using this medication and let your provider know.
Let your provider know if you smell a bad odor, have an unusual discharge, or experience any burning and itching in the vaginal area, especially if you also have fever or cramps. These might be symptoms of a more serious medical condition.
Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
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113.5g of 0.025%/0.01% | 1 tube | $38.12 | $38.12 |
The typical starting dose of Trimo-san (oxyquinoline / sodium lauryl sulfate) for people who just started wearing a pessary is to insert half an applicatorful of medication vaginally 3 times a week during the first week. Starting the second week, insert half an applicatorful of medication 2 times a week or as directed by your provider.
Restore and maintain vaginal acidity
Lower the growth of odor-causing bacteria in the vagina
Restore and maintain vaginal acidity
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