Through VagiVital AktivGel, there is now also an over-the-counter and hormone-free option that alleviates both mild and more severe symptoms of vaginal dryness. The results have been demonstrated in clinical studies conducted at, among others, Karolinska University Hospital. Symptom improvements after treatment with hormone-free VagiVital AktivGel are comparable to hormones.

What is vaginal dryness?

The body's mucous membranes, which are found in the genital area among other places, are normally moist. The body produces secretions to maintain this moisture, which among other things reduces friction during intercourse.
For various reasons, such as changes in estrogen levels, the vagina may not remain as moist, and you may experience dryness, irritation, burning, and itching in the genital area. Most commonly, the mucous membrane thins as women age and hormone production changes. This is called vaginal atrophy.

Other causes of dryness can include:

• Breastfeeding
• Medications or treatments such as chemotherapy.
• Various medical conditions like diabetes or Sjögren's syndrome.
• Smoking
• Removal of ovaries
• Stress
• High levels of exercise

Symptoms of vaginal dryness can range from mild to more pronounced. There are many treatment methods, often simpler than you might think. Itching, burning, and pain during intercourse caused by vaginal dryness can be treated. No woman's body is the same as another's, which means the problems can vary. Some experience itching, others burning, and some may have a burning sensation when urinating.
The vagina and surrounding areas are sensitive and should be treated with care. Therefore, it is important to use products adapted for the genital area. If you suffer from vaginal dryness, it is most common to try an over-the-counter option first. VagiVital provides a non-greasy gel free from hormones that is a clinically proven first option for those who cannot or do not want to treat themselves with hormones.

Depending on the cause of your dryness, treatments may vary. Common treatment methods include:

• Vaginal cream
• Clinically proven vaginal gel
• Estrogen in tablet form
• Local estrogen treatment placed in the vagina
• Avoid perfumed soap or other products not adapted for the genital area.
• Avoid synthetic underwear. Cotton is the best option.

Many symptoms can be treated with products that do not contain hormones. But if your dryness affects your life and you have to refrain from certain activities, you should talk to your doctor. If you have not tried any option before, you may benefit from a gel or cream. We recommend VagiVital AktivGel.
In a clinical study conducted at several of Sweden's university hospitals, as many as 79% of patients experienced an improvement in their most troublesome symptoms. This has led to VagiVital being classified as aktivgel, as the gel's clinically proven effects do more than just moisturize. The following improvements have been demonstrated in studies at Swedish university hospitals:

• Reduced symptoms of dry mucous membranes (itching, irritation, pain during intercourse, and pain during urination).
• Reduced symptoms related to urge incontinence.
• Improvement of vaginal pH and the number of cells in the surface layer of the vaginal mucosa.

The effects of VagiVital on the most troublesome symptoms are on par with estrogen preparations, with the major difference that VagiVital is completely hormone-free.

VagiVital AktivGel is a non-hormonal gel produced by the Swedish company Peptonic Medical and has a clinically proven effect. Female researchers from Karolinska University Hospital, Norrlands University Hospital, and Akademiska Hospital in Uppsala found that 79 percent of patients in a clinically proven study experienced that VagiVital helped them treat their symptoms of vaginal dryness.

Experiencing vaginal dryness is not uncommon, but it is treatable. VagiVital offers a 30-day treatment regimen, after which you can continue daily for 60 days for even better results. After the initial course, VagiVital is used as needed, with most switching to every other or every third day.