*Source: IRI South Africa, Value Sales, Feminine Hygiene Intimate Care Category, Defined Retailers (Dis-Chem, Clicks, Spar, Shoprite Group, Pick n Pay Group and Spar Group), 12 months ending Jan 2021.
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6GynaGuard® Vaginal Capsules. Each vaginal capsule contains Lactobacillus gasseri EB01; Lactobacillus rhamnosus PB01 (Total count: 0,2 x 109 CFU). Health Supplement. This unregistered medicine has not been evaluated by the SAHPRA for its quality, safety or intended use. Consult your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional for advice before using Gynaguard® Vaginal Capsules. Adcock Ingram Limited. Reg, No. 1949/034385/06. Private Bag X69, Bryanston, 2021, South Africa. Tel. +27 11 635 0000. www.adcock.com 202007171046308. Customer Care: 0860 ADCOCK/232625
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10GynaGuard pH Balanced Foam bath product packaging
11GynaGuard essential intimate wash product packaging
12GynaGuard Intimate Comfort Gel product summary leaflet
13GynaGuard Intimate cleansing pH bar product packaging
14GynaGuard Control Range product packaging
15GynaGuard Ultimate Intimate Wash product packaging
16GynaGuard vaginal capsules product summary leaflet
17GynaGuard Intimate Range product packaging
18GynaGuard Lubricating Moisturising Gel product summary leaflet
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Issue you are experiencing
Suitable Products to assist and aid with your symptoms
How can I keep clean and fresh
ESSENTIAL INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective Hydrating Antiseptic Cleanser, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
pH BAR INTIMATE CLEANSING: Skin conditioning mild cleanser to wash away dirt and odour.
GYNAGUARD WIPES: removes unwanted odour. Maintains the pH balance of your vagina. Perfect for keeping clean and fresh. Ideal for use during menstruation and after exercise.
Itchiness after swimming / Exercise
INTIMATE COMFORT GEL: Stops irritation and discomfort. Supports and restores a healthy pH balance, softens and conditions your vagina.
Foam baths messes my pH balance
pH BALANCED FOAM BATH FRAGRANCE-FREE & LIGHTLY FRAGRANCED: Gentle enough to use every day to clean and care for delicate skin. Hydrating foaming cleanser, leaves you feeling fresh and clean.
* This tool is an aid to assist you with various symptoms you may be experiencing during a life stage or a monthly cycle. This tool is not used to diagnose any symptoms or problems you may be experiencing. You will need to consult with a healthcare professional.
Issue you are experiencing
Suitable Products to assist and aid with your symptoms
How can I keep clean and fresh
GYNAGUARD WIPES: removes unwanted odour. Maintains the pH balance of your vagina. Perfect for keeping clean and fresh. Ideal for use during menstruation and after exercise.
ESSENTIAL INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective Hydrating Antiseptic Cleanser, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
ULTIMATE INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
Itchiness after swimming / Exercise
INTIMATE COMFORT GEL: Stops irritation and discomfort. Supports and restores a healthy pH balance, softens and conditions your vagina.
Foam baths messes my pH balance
pH BALANCED FOAM BATH FRAGRANCE-FREE & LIGHTLY FRAGRANCED: Gentle enough to use every day to clean and care for delicate skin. Hydrating foaming cleanser, leaves you feeling fresh and clean.
Vaginal dryness relief during intercourse
LUBRICATING MOISTURISING GEL: Non-greasy nourishing moisturiser. Enables women to relax and enjoy life’s intimate moments. Suitable to use with condoms. Enhances natural lubrication.
Yeast Infection / Thrush
VAGINAL CAPSULES: Provides relief from intimate discomfort and irritation. Helps restores a healthy vaginal flora and pH balance. Stops the growth of yeast that causes infection. Benefit when on antibiotics to prevent thrush.
* This tool is an aid to assist you with various symptoms you may be experiencing during a life stage or a monthly cycle. This tool is not used to diagnose any symptoms or problems you may be experiencing. You will need to consult with a healthcare professional.
Issue you are experiencing
Suitable Products to assist and aid with your symptoms
How can I keep clean and fresh
ESSENTIAL INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective Hydrating Antiseptic Cleanser, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
pH BAR INTIMATE CLEANSING: Skin conditioning mild cleanser to wash away dirt and odour.
GYNAGUARD WIPES: removes unwanted odour. Maintains the pH balance of your vagina. Perfect for keeping clean and fresh. Ideal for use during menstruation and after exercise.
ULTIMATE INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
Itchiness after swimming / Exercise
INTIMATE COMFORT GEL: Stops irritation and discomfort. Supports and restores a healthy pH balance, softens and conditions your vagina.
Foam baths messes my pH balance
pH BALANCED FOAM BATH FRAGRANCE-FREE & LIGHTLY FRAGRANCED: Gentle enough to use every day to clean and care for delicate skin. Hydrating foaming cleanser, leaves you feeling fresh and clean.
Vaginal dryness relief during intercourse
LUBRICATING MOISTURISING GEL: Non-greasy nourishing moisturiser. Enables women to relax and enjoy life’s intimate moments. Suitable to use with condoms. Enhances natural lubrication.
Yeast Infection / Thrush
VAGINAL CAPSULES: Provides relief from intimate discomfort and irritation. Helps restores a healthy vaginal flora and pH balance. Stops the growth of yeast that causes infection. Benefit when on antibiotics to prevent thrush.
* This tool is an aid to assist you with various symptoms you may be experiencing during a life stage or a monthly cycle. This tool is not used to diagnose any symptoms or problems you may be experiencing. You will need to consult with a healthcare professional.
Issue you are experiencing
Suitable Products to assist and aid with your symptoms
How can I keep clean and fresh
ESSENTIAL INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective Hydrating Antiseptic Cleanser, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
pH BAR INTIMATE CLEANSING: Skin conditioning mild cleanser to wash away dirt and odour.
GYNAGUARD WIPES: removes unwanted odour. Maintains the pH balance of your vagina. Perfect for keeping clean and fresh. Ideal for use during menstruation and after exercise.
ULTIMATE INTIMATE WASH: Gentle, yet effective, washes away odour causing germs, leaves you feeling clean, fresh and confident. Can be used daily.
Itchiness after swimming / Exercise
INTIMATE COMFORT GEL: Stops irritation and discomfort. Supports and restores a healthy pH balance, softens and conditions your vagina.
Foam baths messes my pH balance
pH BALANCED FOAM BATH FRAGRANCE-FREE & LIGHTLY FRAGRANCED: Gentle enough to use every day to clean and care for delicate skin. Hydrating foaming cleanser, leaves you feeling fresh and clean.
Vaginal dryness relief during intercourse
LUBRICATING MOISTURISING GEL: Non-greasy nourishing, soothing moisturiser. Enables women to relax and enjoy life’s intimate moments. Suitable to use with condoms. Enhances natural lubrication.
Yeast Infection / Thrush
VAGINAL CAPSULES: Provides relief from intimate discomfort and irritation. Helps restores a healthy vaginal flora and pH balance. Stops the growth of yeast that causes infection. Benefit when on antibiotics to prevent thrush.
* This tool is an aid to assist you with various symptoms you may be experiencing during a life stage or a monthly cycle. This tool is not used to diagnose any symptoms or problems you may be experiencing. You will need to consult with a healthcare professional.
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